About the role#
Caring Hands Animal Hospital offers a flexible externship and preceptorship program for students currently enrolled in a DVM program. This program provides practical experience in a small animal practice to help you prepare for clinical work after graduation. You will work alongside our veterinary team, with a mentor assigned to support your learning objectives and provide a written evaluation at the end of your rotation.
What you'll do#
- Gather histories and perform physical examinations.
- Develop diagnostic and therapeutic plans for patients.
- Scrub in to surgery and assist in managing medical cases.
- Provide wellness care.
- Develop your client communication skills.
- Practice technical skills and produce medical records within daily time limits.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited DVM program.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Proof of professional liability insurance.
Location & details#
- Location: Bristow, Virginia.
- Duration: Rolling basis, typically two to eight weeks.
- Modality: On-site, including days, evenings, and weekends.
- Compensation: $250 per week stipend.
About Caring Hands Animal Hospital
Caring Hands Animal Hospital provides veterinary services across six locations. Founded in 1997, the company focuses on the bond between pets and their owners. It operates as a public company based in Centreville, Virginia. The staff includes between 51 and 200 employees.
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