Veterinary Extern - General Practice
Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain hands-on clinical experience in various veterinary practices. Responsibilities include gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, and assisting in surgical procedures.
- On-site
- Bowen Island, BC
- Posted May 25, 2026
- Apply by Mar 9, 2027
- 1 position
Job summary
An externship is an unpaid educational experience. NVA hospitals will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them. Bowen Veterinary Services is a small boutique clinic on a small, community-minded island in BC. 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. Students in their 4th year or clinical year are encouraged to participate. 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.
What you’ll do
Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain hands-on clinical experience in various veterinary practices. Responsibilities include gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, and assisting in surgical procedures.
Requirements
Students in their 4th year or clinical year of veterinary education are encouraged to apply. The externship is designed for veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education.
Benefits
• Travel/Living Expense Stipend
Other relevant skills
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- Clinical Skills
- Communication Skills
- Patient Histories
- Physical Exams
- Treatment Plans
- Diagnostics
- Dentistry Services
- Surgical Procedures
- Medical Management
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Education
- Science & Research
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Mar 9, 2027
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Internship