What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary extern general position at NVA?
Botetourt Veterinary Hospital is nestled within the valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a gorgeous stretch of the Appalachian Trail through Botetourt County.
We have been a staple in the community for over 60 years and have serviced the needs of the area as it has blossomed and grown.
As a team, we promote compassion, integrity, and respect. Our hospital practices high-quality medicine with a focus on individualized patient care, client communication, and client education.
We utilize 30-minute appointments to allow for education and provide that personal touch we enjoy extending to our clients.
There is an emergency clinic within a 20-minute drive and 2 local urgent cares, so we have no on-call duties. We have reduced Saturday hours, but our doctors rotate them so there is no more than one per month.
We are committed to our team's well-being and strive to help them find their balance. Some of our services include ultrasound, digital radiograph, dental care & radiography, soft tissue surgery, hospitalization, acupuncture, laser therapy, and in-house laboratory services.
Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing / assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients.
In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.
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.
Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.
NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.
The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
Last updated : 2024-10-02
