What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Extern - Equine position at Virginia Equine Imaging.?
An externship experience at an NVA Equine hospital will give students the opportunity to gain great practical experience in an independent equine practice and understand the daily operations of an equine hospital. Students will work alongside veterinarians and interns to gain experience with lameness diagnosis and treatment, client communication skills, reproductive care, surgery, emergency medicine, imaging, ambulatory, dentistry and preventive medicine. Students may also assist with out-patient and hospitalized cases during business and after-hours emergencies. Externships are available for current veterinary students regardless of class year, though preference may be given to fourth-year students. Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel / living expense stipend. Click to view list of stipend amounts and for details on the stipend program.