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The extern will work with supervising veterinarians to perform physical exams, create treatment plans, and assist with surgical and diagnostic procedures. They will also focus on developing communication skills with the medical team and clients.
Requirements
Candidates must be veterinary students in their final clinical year of veterinary school. Eligibility for a stipend is tied to being in the clinical portion of their education.
Working hours
40 hours per week
Skills
- Patient History Gathering
- Physical Examinations
- Treatment Planning
- Diagnostics
- Dentistry
- Surgical Assistance
- Medical Management
- Client Communication
Benefits
- Travel/Living Expense Stipend
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Education
Keywords
- Veterinary Medicine
- General Practice
- AAHA Accredited
- Fear Free Certified
- Feline Friendly Certified
- Clinical Rotation
- Veterinary Externship
- Surgical Procedures
- Patient Management
Original job description
We are a busy, full-service, 11-doctor practice in beautiful Barrie, ON. We have a great team of experienced Veterinarians who are happy to share their knowledge and collaborate. We have been an AAHA Accredited Hospital for over 25 years and are Fear Free and Feline Friendly Certified. We see a variety of breeds of dogs and cats, as well as pocket pets and the odd pig!
Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.
Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Externships at Allandale Veterinary Hospital are reserved for students in their final clinical year of veterinary school.
Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.
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