Veterinary Extern - General Practice

About the Clinic

At Fernandina Beach Animal Clinic, we believe in doing the ordinary extraordinarily well. Our well‑equipped facility offers digital general and dental radiology, class IV therapeutic laser therapy, diagnostic ultrasound, complete in‑house laboratory services, surgical and dental suites, and integrated electronic medical records. We boast many resources, the most valuable being our knowledgeable and tenured support staff. We foster a family‑oriented environment and promote the wellness of our veterinarians.

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 Fernandina Beach Animal Clinic are available for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students.

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

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.