About the role#
This one-year specialty internship focuses on zoological companion animal medicine. You will work with small mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish. The program runs from July 12, 2027, to July 9, 2028. You will receive mentorship from a board-certified Zoological Medicine Specialist and work alongside teams in emergency, surgery, internal medicine, and diagnostic imaging.
What you'll do#
- Manage zoological companion animal cases, including emergency presentations, diagnostics, treatment, and hospitalization.
- Develop skills in exotic animal anesthesia, sedation protocols, and surgical procedures.
- Gain experience with endoscopy, stomatoscopy, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory interpretation.
- Progress toward primary case management and surgical responsibilities.
- Participate in daily case rounds, weekly teaching rounds, and continuing education.
- Work in both the Buzzards Bay and South Dennis locations.
- Rotate with the emergency and critical care department for up to 30% of your shifts, which includes managing canine and feline emergency cases.
- Handle emergency, weekend, holiday, and on-call responsibilities.
What you'll need#
- Completion of, or be on track to complete, a one-year rotating veterinary internship.
- An active Massachusetts veterinary license.
- Ability to meet all Massachusetts veterinary licensure requirements.
- Required controlled substance registration and DEA registration.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site position.
- Locations include Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts, and South Dennis, Massachusetts.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
About United Veterinary Care
United Veterinary Care operates as a network of veterinary hospitals. The company provides partner clinics with operational support, staff training, and technology tools. It focuses on areas including pet surgery, animal wellness, and preventive health care. Founded in 2019, the organization is based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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