What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Extern - General Practice position at NVA?
Description & Requirements
Cibolo Small Animal Hospital offers up to $1,500 travel stipend for clinical year externships.
Cibolo Small Animal Hospital is a 2-doctor practice that truly is here for the love of animals and those that love them. We are located in Cibolo, Texas, and have a small-town feel but San Antonio and Austin are both within an hour's drive. New Braunfels, Gruene, and several other fun towns are nearby to explore. We can't wait to share our years of experience and knowledge with a new comer as it energizes our passion to work with someone who is excited to join the veterinary field!
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 at Cibolo Small Animal Hospital 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.