Veterinary Extern - General Practice
- Bowmanville, ON, Canada
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Original job description
Bowmanville Veterinary Clinic is a GP practice that has been open for over 50 years. We see cats and dogs and a large variety of exotics including Avians, Reptiles, Amphibians, and Pocket Pets. We also service the animals of the local zoo.
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 Bowmanville Veterianry Clinic are offered to 4th year veterinary students.
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.
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 Bowmanville Veterianry Clinic are offered to 4th year veterinary students.
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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Responsibilities
Students will work closely with a supervising veterinarian to perform physical exams, diagnostics, and surgical procedures. They will also manage patient care and practice communication skills with the medical team and clients.
Requirements
This externship is open to 4th-year veterinary students currently in the clinical portion of their education. Candidates must be prepared to engage in hands-on clinical tasks and patient management.
Skills
- Patient history gathering
- Physical exams
- Treatment planning
- Diagnostics
- Dentistry services
- Surgical assistance
- Medical management
- Clinical communication
- Exotic animal care
- Client communication
Benefits
- Travel stipend
- Living expense stipend
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Education
- Science & Research
Keywords
- Veterinary
- General Practice
- Externship
- Clinical Skills
- Exotics
- Avians
- Reptiles
- Amphibians
- Pocket Pets
- Surgery
- Dentistry
- Diagnostics
- Patient Management
- Veterinary Medicine
- Clinical Education