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Veterinary Student Externship
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A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$40,855 / year median in Massachusetts
+32% projected growth
Job Description
Veterinary Student Externship UrgentVet - 3.1 Springfield, MA Job Details 23 hours ago Qualifications Veterinary surgical assistance experience Inpatient experience Hospital medicine Medical procedure assistance Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures Veterinary client education Outpatient experience Medical diagnostic testing Veterinary diagnostic tools Hematology Medical laboratory work experience Patient care Patient family and caregiver education Clinical chemistry testing Blood work assessment Veterinary radiology Veterinary blood test Entry level Full Job Description Description The primary purpose of our Veterinary Student Externship is to provide a hands-on learning experience for 3rd and 4th year students who are enrolled in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. The program is typically scheduled for 2-week blocks at our hospital. We feel that the students who possess an open mind and a willingness to learn will benefit the most from our externship. Key Responsibilities The Veterinary Student Extern is responsible for performing inpatient and outpatient medical care under the direct supervision of our veterinary staff. They will be expected to perform in-house diagnostic tests (hematology, chemistry, and radiology) with competence, perform routine client education, and to assist in surgical procedures. Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise Participants in the Veterinary Extern Program must currently be enrolled in an AVMA-accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program. About UrgentVet UrgentVet was founded to fill the gap between your regular veterinarian and the ER vet. When your pet has a mild illness or minor injury after hours, we'll provide the compassionate care your pet needs and the affordability and convenience you want.