About the role#
Palmetto Animal Hospital offers a practical externship program for veterinary students. This program provides hands-on experience in a small animal practice to help you prepare for your career after graduation. You will work alongside our veterinary team to gain clinical exposure and practice your skills under supervision.
What you'll do#
- Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations.
- Develop diagnostic and therapeutic plans for medical cases.
- Assist in managing cases and providing wellness care.
- Scrub in to assist with surgeries.
- Practice client communication and refine your technical skills.
- Produce accurate medical records and SOAPs.
- Work with an assigned mentor to meet your specific learning goals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited DVM program.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Proof of professional liability insurance.
- A certificate of coverage submitted with your application.
Location & details#
- Location: Florence, South Carolina.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: Flexible, typically two to eight weeks.
- Schedule: Includes days, evenings, and weekends.
- Compensation: $250 per week stipend.
About Palmetto Animal Hospital
Palmetto Animal Hospital operates as a veterinary facility in Florence, South Carolina. The clinic focuses on the medical care of dogs and cats. Services include diagnostic testing, preventative care, and animal boarding. The facility maintains equipment for ultrasound, digital radiography, and radiation therapy.
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