About the role#
Calusa Veterinary Center offers an externship program for veterinary students to gain practical experience in a small animal practice. This program is designed to help you prepare for life after graduation by working alongside our veterinary team. You will be assigned a mentor to help you meet the learning objectives defined by your college or your own personal goals. We provide a stipend of $250 per week for participants.
What you'll do#
Externs participate in the daily caseload of our practice. Under the supervision of your mentor, you will:
- Gather patient histories.
- Perform physical examinations.
- Develop diagnostic and therapeutic plans.
- Scrub in to surgery.
- Assist in managing medical cases.
- Provide wellness care.
- Develop client communication skills.
- Polish technical skills.
- Write medical records and SOAPs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited DVM program.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Proof of professional liability insurance.
- Professional behavior and attire at all times.
Location & details#
- Location: Boca Raton, Florida.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Includes days, evenings, and weekends.
- Duration: Flexible, typically two to eight weeks.
About Calusa Veterinary Center
Calusa Veterinary Center operates as a veterinary practice in Boca Raton, Florida. Founded in 1991, the organization provides general practice and referral services to pet owners. The facility maintains 24-hour operations and employs between 51 and 200 staff members. Their services include emergency care, surgery, cardiology, and physical rehabilitation.
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