About the role#
The DVM Student Externship/Preceptorship Program at Parker Center Animal Clinic provides hands-on educational experience in a small animal practice. This program is designed to support your transition from clinical preparation to practice-readiness. Externs are assigned a mentor and work toward learning objectives defined by their college program or individual goals. The program duration is flexible, typically ranging from two to eight weeks, with schedules that include days, evenings, and weekends. A stipend of $250 per week is provided.
What you'll do#
- Gather patient histories and perform physical examinations.
- Develop diagnostic and therapeutic plans for patients.
- Assist in the management of medical cases and provide wellness care.
- Scrub in to surgical procedures.
- Develop client communication skills.
- Polish technical skills and produce appropriate medical records, such as SOAPs, within the time limits of daily practice.
- Participate in all aspects of patient care under veterinary supervision.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited DVM program.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Proof of professional liability insurance.
- Ability to maintain professional conduct and follow the Veterinary Practice Act regarding the scope of duties and supervision requirements.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
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