DVM Student Externship​/Preceptorship Program

Overview

DVM Student Externship/Preceptorship Program — Kyle Veterinary Hospital

We’re investing in the next generation of veterinary doctors. Our program provides off-campus educational experiences that complement the veterinary curriculum, helping you hit the ground running after graduation.

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

Externship rotations give students, under veterinary supervision, the opportunity to practice problem-solving, technical and communication skills developed during clinical preparation. Externs work alongside our veterinary team and are encouraged to participate in all aspects of patient care. A stipend of $250 per week will be provided.

Externs experience the typical caseload of a small animal practice. Under the supervision of your mentor doctor you will:

• gather histories
• perform physical examinations
• develop diagnostic and therapeutic plans
• scrub in to surgery
• assist in the management of medical cases
• provide wellness care
• develop client communication skills
• polish technical skills
• produce appropriate medical records (SOAPs) within the time limits of daily practice

Extern students are expected to be enthusiastic and effective participants in patient care activities, upholding professional and ethical standards. Students should review the Veterinary Practice Act regarding scope of duties and be familiar with the required degree and supervision. Dress and behavior should meet professional expectations as outlined in our employee handbook.

As a veterinary student extern, you should be prepared to:

• dress and behave professionally
• comply with supervision requirements

• 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 coverage on their website and submit a certificate of coverage with your application.

As sponsors of the Veterinary Externship Program, we join your educational team by providing instruction, mentoring and evaluation. You will be assigned a mentor and work on learning objectives defined by your college program. At the end of the externship, your mentor will provide a written evaluation as required by your college program.

We look forward to working with you!

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