Company Description

A staple in the Ville Platte community since 1985, Town & Country Animal Clinic delivers full-service, comprehensive medical care to small and large animals. This mixed practice believes developing close relationships with our clients enables us to provide excellent quality, consistent service to animals throughout their lifetime. Our team provides medical support to dogs and cats in addition to large animals including equine, cattle, swine, and sheep. Our on-site doctors are experienced in equine reproduction and overall herd health.

Towne & Country offers a comprehensive selection of services for companion and large animals. We believe preventative care is essential to starting pets off on the right paw and perform wellness exams, administers vaccines and microchipping for companion animals and equine. Using trailblazing technology and equipment, we perform dental care and surgery from routine cases to emergencies. Led by our primary large animal doctor, our equine services include but are not limited to yearly vaccinations, simple extractions, and ultrasound. We provide cattle services including herd health, ultrasound, hoof care, and fertility testing.

Ville Platte is nestled in the center of Louisiana on the outskirts of Cajun Country. This city is rooted in crawfish boils, swamp pop music, and outdoor recreation. Trek the El Camino Real, a Spanish colonial-era trail that leads to Mardi Gras capital New Orleans. Chicot State Park boasts beautiful hills and winding waterways. Louisiana has more than enough to offer with well-preserved architecture, museums, fine arts, and vibrant festivals year-round. Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in Ville Platte where the hills are rolling, and the skies are star-studded.

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Job Description

We’re looking for:

• Active Veterinary Technician Students
• Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator
• Students looking to enhance their education through real world experiences

Qualifications

• Must be in an active Veterinary Technician Program from an AVMA Accredited Institution. 

Additional Information

We offer our Veterinary Student Externs:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Externship Hours/Stipend Opportunities for Technician Students
• Future Employment Opportunity Preferences
• Peer Coaching – DVM’s and other experienced Technicians
• 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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