Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Overview

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students a unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and to gain valuable hands‑on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.

• Gathering patient histories
• Performing physical exams
• Creation of treatment plans
• Diagnostics
• Dental services
• Observing, assisting, or performing surgical procedures
• Medical management of patients
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients

Most externship experiences at Eagle Animal Hospital range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Students can gain experience at all three of Eagle Animal Hospital locations:
Riverside, Liberty, and Tiffany Springs. 3rd and 4th year veterinary students are encouraged to apply.

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

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (including sick time)

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.