About the role#
This externship program provides hands-on experience in emergency medicine for students currently enrolled in veterinary technology or nursing programs. You will work alongside credentialed veterinary technicians to gain real-time experience in an emergency hospital setting. This is an unpaid program designed to help you build a foundation in emergency care and determine if this field is the right path for your future career.
What you'll do#
- Pair with an emergency credentialed veterinary technician for mentoring and on-the-floor learning.
- Shadow and assist with triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, and inpatient care.
- Practice specific skills required by your school proficiency checklist.
- Experience the teamwork and pace of emergency care at VEG.
- Explore the day-to-day realities of working in an emergency hospital.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology or nursing program, or a program actively seeking accreditation.
- Enrollment in a course that requires externship hours or skills.
- Ability to start the program within six months of your application.
- Proof of current rabies vaccination or titer.
- Ability to stand for long periods, kneel, and work on the floor.
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
- Comfort working in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
- Ability to work well with diverse people in a high-volume setting.
Location & details#
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid externship.
About VEG ER for Pets
VEG ER for Pets operates a network of emergency veterinary hospitals. The company provides 24/7 care for pets across multiple locations in the United States. Its hospitals feature an open-concept design and offer services ranging from surgical procedures to in-house diagnostics. Based in White Plains, New York, the organization employs over 3,700 people.
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