About the role#
This externship at Pets and Vets as Partners in West Lafayette, Indiana, offers clinical-year veterinary students a chance to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world hospital setting. You will work within a full-service general practice that provides dental, medical, surgical, and wellness care for dogs and cats. We tailor the experience to your professional goals and encourage you to share your priorities at the start of your rotation.
What you'll do#
- Participate in case discussions and collaborative problem-solving.
- Provide hands-on patient care.
- Assist in surgical cases, dental procedures, and emergency care.
- Manage sick patient workups and routine medical appointments.
- Review exam findings with your supervising veterinarian to verify case plans before proceeding.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a current veterinary student at an AVMA-accredited school.
- Proof of professional liability insurance.
- Priority is given to students in their clinical years who are on official externship blocks for school credit.
Location & details#
- Location: West Lafayette, Indiana.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment type: Paid externship.
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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