Veterinary Externship
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Job Description
About Company
Great Lakes Veterinary Clinic is a bustling practice located in Neenah, Wisconsin, just south of Green Bay, along the scenic shores of the Fox River. The clinic provides comprehensive general and urgent care services to the Neenah area.
The hospital facilities are newly renovated and cutting-edge, featuring:
• General and Dental Surgery capabilities, including digital radiology and dental X-ray.
• A full in-house lab (IDEXX) for efficient diagnostics.
• A cutting-edge therapeutic ultrasound DR machine with RAD reports.
• Ultrasound, DR conventional & dental radiography, and Endoscopy equipment.
• Multiple rooms designed to offer clients a variety of services, including care for exotics.
• Future flexibility to integrate specialty services.
Great Lakes Veterinary Clinic fosters a strong professional culture characterized by a tight-knit community atmosphere, both among staff and clients. The environment is described as engaging, supportive, and collaborative, promoting a cohesive work setting. A key highlight is the excellent work-life balance, with no after-hour or on-call requirements. Veterinarians at the clinic benefit from a unique 2:1 support staff ratio and the freedom to practice with full medical autonomy. The practice is led by Dr. Randy Van Maanen, a seasoned professional with over two decades of veterinary wisdom, who also fosters collaboration within the team.
Neenah, Wisconsin, is highlighted as a picturesque location epitomizing Midwestern charm, combining rich history with modern amenities. It offers a vibrant arts scene, thriving local businesses, and is surrounded by lush parks, picturesque trails, and the tranquil waters of Lake Winnebago, providing abundant recreational opportunities.
Job Description: Externship Opportunity
Great Lakes Veterinary Clinic is offering an Exciting Externship Opportunity (Employment Type: Internship) designed for innovative veterinary students. This program aims to:
• Teach students how to practice top-notch medicine.
• Provide valuable hands-on clinical experience.
• Enable students to enrich the lives of patients and clients.
The externship program is customizable, ranging from 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the student’s schedule. It is led by Dr. Randy Van Maanen, providing students with direct mentorship from an experienced professional.
Key learning and experience areas for externs include:
• Gaining real-life, “in the trenches” experience.
• Learning to gather patient information and history.
• Performing physical exams.
• Assisting in the creation of treatment plans.
• Participating in diagnostics.
• Observing and assisting with surgical & dentistry services.
What makes this opportunity special includes:
• A customizable program length (2-to-4-weeks).
• A comprehensive compensation package including an externship stipend (clinic year), paid housing, and a lifetime subscription of Pocket Prep.
• The opportunity to experience a newly renovated, cutting-edge hospital in a picturesque location.
• Working with talented and experienced operations and clinical teams that foster a supportive community.
• Immersion in an engaging, supportive, and collaborative environment.
• Exposure to advanced veterinary equipment and services, including Ultrasound, DR conventional & dental radiography, Endoscopy, and future specialty integration.
