About the role#
This externship program provides an immersive, hands-on experience in emergency veterinary medicine. You will work directly with credentialed veterinary technicians to gain exposure to the realities of ER care, build your professional foundation, and explore a career in emergency services.
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 the guidance of a mentor.
- 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, or a program actively seeking accreditation.
- Enrollment in a course that requires externship hours or skills.
- Proof of a current rabies vaccination or titer.
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, and work on the floor.
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
- Willingness to work in a noisy environment that may involve strong or unpleasant odors.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Schedule: Rolling start dates; flexibility to choose externship length based on program requirements.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid externship.
