Veterinary Extern - General Practice
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Overview
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St. Francis of Assisi Veterinary Medical Center offers up to a $2,500 travel stipend for 2025 clinical year externships. An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all share a supportive environment, commitment to excellent medicine, and a focus on exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.
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 list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.
Responsibilities- Work closely with supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient histories and performing physical examinations.
- Assist in or perform the creation of treatment plans and diagnostics.
- Participate in dentistry services and observe/assist or perform surgical procedures.
- Engage in medical management of patients and practice communication with the medical team, support staff, and clients.
- Open to veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education.
- Externs will have the opportunity to practice clinical skills and communication skills in a team setting.
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