About the role#
Arnold Veterinary Hospital offers a hands-on externship program for veterinary students seeking clinical experience in a well-established small animal practice. This role provides an opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinarians, including a Fear Free certified practitioner, in a supportive environment focused on quality patient care and client communication.
What you'll do#
- Provide quality patient care in a clinical setting.
- Maintain healthy client relationships through meaningful communication.
- Work alongside a Fear Free certified veterinarian using low-stress handling techniques.
- Gain hands-on experience in wellness, dentistry, and routine surgery.
- Participate in mentorship and clinical training, including exposure to daytime emergency medicine.
- Utilize hospital equipment such as in-house lab capabilities, digital x-ray, and ultrasound.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path).
- Strong clinical interest in wellness, dentistry, and routine surgery.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a cooperative team environment.
- Ability to provide clear and compassionate communication to clients.
Location & details#
- Location: Arnold, Maryland.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position with a stipend provided to offset housing and travel costs.
- Term: Rolling.
