About the role#
Heartland Animal Hospital offers a DVM student externship program in Owatonna, Minnesota. This program provides veterinary students with hands-on experience and mentorship. The goal is to help you feel ready to practice by your first day in a clinic. Externships typically last two weeks, though the length is flexible to support your preceptorship documentation. We cover the cost of lodging if you need it.
What you'll do#
- Participate in the externship program to gain practical clinical experience.
- Work alongside mentors to develop your skills.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an AVMA Accredited Veterinary School.
- Ability to provide student PLIT.
Location & details#
- Location: Owatonna, Minnesota.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Term: Rolling.
About Heartland Veterinary Partners
Heartland Veterinary Partners is a support organization that acquires and manages veterinary practices. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the company provides operational assistance including payroll, recruiting, and marketing. It maintains the original branding and clinical autonomy of the practices it supports. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
How to get in at Heartland Veterinary Partners
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