About the role#
Lake Forest Animal Hospital in Forest, Virginia, is seeking a veterinary extern to join its team. This role provides an opportunity to work within a small animal practice that offers general, emergency, surgical, and dental services. Externs will work alongside an established team of veterinarians and support staff in a collaborative environment.
What you'll do#
- Assist veterinarians with routine examinations.
- Participate in basic soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries.
- Gain experience with dental procedures in a dedicated dental suite.
- Engage in client education.
- Support the veterinary team in a variety of clinical tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path).
- A strong interest in gaining experience in veterinary medicine.
- A desire to learn from experienced veterinarians.
- Ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environment.
- A passion for providing exceptional patient care.
Location & details#
- Location: Forest, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid externship including a stipend to offset housing and travel costs.
- Term: Rolling.
