About the role#
The Veterinary Technician Student Externship at VEG ER for Pets provides an immersive, hands-on experience in emergency veterinary medicine. This program is designed for students to work alongside credentialed emergency veterinary technicians to gain real-world exposure to emergency care, build a professional foundation, and determine if a career in emergency medicine is the right path for them.
What you'll do#
- Learn from emergency veterinary professionals through real-time mentoring and on-the-floor training.
- Shadow and assist with triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, and inpatient care.
- Practice specific clinical skills required by your school’s proficiency checklist under guidance.
- Experience the teamwork and pace of an emergency veterinary environment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology or nursing program.
- Enrollment in a course that requires externship hours or skills.
- Proof of current rabies vaccination or titer.
- Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
- Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
Location & details#
- Location: Manhattan Beach, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Status: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid externship.
