Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Job Description

An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give veterinary students the 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, they share a supportive environment committed to excellent medicine and to providing exceptional service for animals and their owners.

• Gather patient histories
• Perform physical examinations
• Create treatment plans
• Conduct diagnostics
• Provide dentistry services
• Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures
• Manage medical care of patients
• Practice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients

Externship experiences typically range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate.

Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living‑expense stipend. See stipend amounts and program details here.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet‑care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. We are on a mission to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams and nurturing their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together.

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At NVA we offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. For positions based in Colorado we also provide paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with state requirements.

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.