Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from UrgentVet
Job overview
The Veterinary Student Externship at UrgentVet offers hands-on learning for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students to gain practical experience in medical care and diagnostics.
Responsibilities and impact
The extern will perform inpatient and outpatient medical care under supervision, conduct diagnostic tests, educate clients, and assist in surgeries.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be enrolled in an AVMA-accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program, demonstrating readiness for clinical experience.
Career development
The externship provides practical experience to enhance veterinary skills and prepare students for professional practice.
Company information
UrgentVet operates veterinary hospitals providing urgent care services, focusing on practical training and patient care.
Job location and travel
The externship is located at UrgentVet - Clear Lake hospital, typically scheduled in 2-week blocks.
Unique job features
The program offers direct hands-on experience with diagnostics and surgical assistance under veterinary staff supervision.
Company overview
UrgentVet is a veterinary clinic chain specializing in providing urgent care for pets, focusing on non-life-threatening conditions that require immediate attention. They generate revenue through consultation fees, diagnostic services, and treatments. Founded in 2015, UrgentVet has rapidly expanded across the United States, filling a niche between regular veterinary services and emergency animal hospitals. Their mission is to offer accessible, affordable, and timely care for pets, ensuring peace of mind for pet owners.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize your current enrollment in an AVMA-accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program and any hands-on clinical experiences you have had, even if limited, to align with UrgentVet’s focus on practical learning.
Highlight your ability to perform inpatient and outpatient medical care, familiarity with diagnostic tests such as hematology, chemistry, and radiology, and any experience assisting in surgical procedures or client education.
Apply through multiple channels including UrgentVet’s corporate career site, LinkedIn, and veterinary-specific job boards to maximize your exposure and chances of securing the externship.
Connect on LinkedIn with UrgentVet staff in the Clear Lake hospital or veterinary externship program coordinators; use ice breakers like commenting on their recent posts about veterinary care innovations or asking about their advice for succeeding in the externship.
Optimize your resume for ATS systems by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'veterinary student externship,' 'inpatient and outpatient medical care,' 'diagnostic tests,' and 'surgical assistance' to ensure it passes automated screening.
Utilize Jennie Johnson’s Power Apply feature to automate applying through multiple platforms, tailor your resume with relevant keywords, and identify LinkedIn connections for networking, allowing you to focus more on preparing for the hands-on externship experience.
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