About the role#
This externship at Coast Mountain Veterinary Services provides students with hands-on clinical experience and insight into daily practice operations. You will work alongside a supervising veterinarian in an environment focused on patient care and service.
What you'll do#
- Gather patient histories and perform physical exams.
- Create treatment plans and conduct diagnostics.
- Provide dentistry services.
- Observe, assist, or perform surgical procedures.
- Manage the medical care of patients.
- Develop communication skills by working with the medical team, support staff, and clients.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a veterinary student.
- Students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel and living expense stipend.
Location & details#
- Location: British Columbia, Canada.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Duration: Experiences typically range from two to eight weeks based on student and hospital schedules.
- Status: This is a paid, full-time position with a rolling term.
About National Veterinary Associates (NVA)
National Veterinary Associates provides veterinary services for pets. The company operates general practice clinics, specialty and emergency care centers, and pet resorts. It also provides equine veterinary care. The organization is based in Austin, Texas and employs over 10,000 people.
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