About the role#
This externship program provides practical experience in a small animal practice to help you prepare for your career after graduation. You will work alongside our veterinary team to gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. The program is flexible, with rotations typically lasting two to three weeks, though they can range from two to eight weeks to align with your college curriculum. You will be assigned a mentor doctor who will provide instruction, feedback, and a final evaluation of your performance.
What you'll do#
Under the supervision of your mentor, you will participate in all aspects of patient care. Your daily responsibilities include:
- Gathering patient histories
- Performing physical examinations
- Developing diagnostic and therapeutic plans
- Scrubbing in to surgery
- Assisting in the management of medical cases
- Providing wellness care
- Developing client communication skills
- Polishing technical skills
- Producing medical records (SOAPs)
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited DVM program
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Current professional liability insurance (AVMA PLIT)
Location & details#
- Location: Charleston, South Carolina
- Work Modality: On-site
- Schedule: Includes days, evenings, and weekends
- Compensation: $250 per week
- Term: Rolling
About Animal Hospital of North Charleston
Animal Hospital of North Charleston operates as a veterinary facility in South Carolina. The clinic provides diagnostic and preventative care for canine and feline patients. It maintains in-house laboratories and ultrasound equipment to support medical staff. The facility employs between 11 and 50 people.
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