Veterinary Extern - General Practice

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At South Care Animal Medical Center, we focus on culture! Our team is our most important asset. We strive to provide the gold standard of medicine. We are a Gold Certified Cat Friendly Practice from AAFP with many staff members Fear Free Certified. South Care Animal Medical Center is the only clinic on the West coast that is Envirostars and Enviro Certified.

We pride ourselves on reducing waste and using products made from compostable/recyclable materials. We aim to recycle EVERYTHING that we can. (Pretty much we want to save the world!)

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating 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. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.

Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend.  to view the list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program. The stipend amount for South Care Animal Medical Center is $1,000.

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Internship
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Veterinary Services

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