Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Heron Creek Animal Hospital is a hospital that is always growing in clientele, medicine, and opportunities. We embrace freedom in how our DVMs practice their medicine while upholding AAHA standards of care. We are a high-volume general practice with a Fear Free environment. We focus on quality over quantity, while also being the only practice in our area to never turn away new clients. 

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.  

Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Heron Creek are offered to students in their final clinical year of veterinary school.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.