Veterinary Extern
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Job Description
About the company:
The text doesn’t explicitly provide information about NVA (National Veterinary Associates) itself, but it implies that NVA is a network of veterinary hospitals, suggesting a corporate structure overseeing individual practices.
Job description:
This is an externship opportunity for veterinary students at Bush Animal Hospital, an NVA hospital. The externship is designed to provide valuable hands-on clinical experience and insight into the daily operations of a veterinary practice.
Key aspects of the externship:
• Hands-on Experience: Students will gain practical experience in various aspects of veterinary medicine.
• Clinical Skills Development: The externship focuses on developing and refining clinical skills.
• Supportive Environment: NVA hospitals aim to provide a supportive learning environment.
• Excellent Medicine: The focus is on practicing high-quality veterinary medicine.
• Exceptional Service: Providing excellent service to animals and their owners is emphasized.
Specific duties and responsibilities during the externship may include:
• Gathering patient histories: Collecting information about the patient’s medical background.
• Performing physical exams: Conducting thorough physical assessments of animals.
• Creating treatment plans: Assisting in developing appropriate treatment strategies.
• Diagnostics: Gaining experience with various diagnostic procedures.
• Dentistry services: Observing and assisting with dental procedures.
• Surgical procedures: Observing, assisting, or performing surgical procedures (depending on skill level and supervision).
• Medical management of patients: Participating in the medical care and management of hospitalized patients.
• Communication skills: Practicing communication with the medical team, support staff, and clients.
Eligibility and duration:
• Duration: Externships typically range from two to eight weeks.
• Eligibility: All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to apply.
• Stipend: Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Details and amounts can be found by clicking the provided links.
