DVM Student Externship​/Preceptorship Program - Annapolis Cat Hospital

We re making an investment in the next generation of veterinary doctors! As part of the professional veterinary curriculum, colleges encourage off-campus educational experiences in practices outside of the teaching hospital. Practical experience in a well-run and contemporary practice can be a valuable component of your veterinary education, preparing you to deliver better care after graduation. Our program is dedicated to contributing to your practice-readiness and to help you hit the ground running after graduation.

Our externships are flexible—they can range from two to eight weeks during the year, according to your college curriculum, but are typically two or three weeks in length. Your schedule will include days, evenings and weekends.

• Externs experience the typical caseload of a small animal practice. Under the supervision of your mentor doctor you will gather histories and perform physical examinations.
• Develop diagnostic and therapeutic plans and scrub in to surgery; assist in the management of medical cases.
• Provide wellness care, develop client communication skills, polish technical skills, and produce appropriate medical records (SOAPs) within the time limits of daily practice.
• Participate in all aspects of patient care and work alongside our veterinary team.

A stipend of $250 per week will be provided.

• Extern students are enthusiastic and effective participants in patient care, upholding professional and ethical standards.
• Review the Veterinary Practice Act regarding the scope of duties and required supervision; follow these guidelines to protect yourself and our practice.
• Dress and behave professionally and meet our team expectations as outlined in our employee handbook.

• Be enrolled in an accredited DVM program.
• You are authorized to work in the United States.
• You must carry professional liability insurance. AVMA PLIT liability insurance is free for all student members of the AVMA. You may apply for this coverage on their website; please check coverage and submit a certificate of coverage with your application.

As sponsors of the Veterinary Externship Program, we see ourselves as part of your educational team, providing instruction, mentoring and evaluation of the students who participate. You will be assigned a mentor and work on the learning objectives as defined by your college program or to meet your specific goals. At the end of the externship your mentor will provide a written evaluation of your performance as required by your college program.

We look forward to working with you!