About the role#
The DVM Externship Program provides veterinary students with an intensive, hands-on experience in emergency medicine. Externs work closely with experienced emergency doctors to explore various aspects of ER medicine and build essential clinical skills. This program is designed for students seeking to gain real-world experience in emergency care.
What you'll do#
- Work alongside highly skilled emergency doctors.
- Collaborate with the team in a fast-paced environment.
- Learn to diagnose a variety of emergent conditions.
- Develop treatment plans and assist with medical records.
- Learn to effectively communicate with customers.
- Scrub into surgeries.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a 3rd or 4th year student in an AVMA accredited veterinary school.
- Valid AVMA/PLIT personal liability insurance.
- Personal medical insurance.
- Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg on your own and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
- Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
- Ability to work well with people from all backgrounds and personality types.
Location & details#
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 2027 to June 2027).
- Modality: On-site at various locations across the United States.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid externship.
- Employment Type: Full-time hours during the externship period.
