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Description
You've always been a pet person. Now you're ready to put that passion to work. As the next generation of veterinary professionals, it's important that you're career-ready as soon as you graduate. That's why CVP's student programs give you the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, providing you with true hands-on experience to better deliver exceptional care. Let us help find the opportunity that's right for you.
The CVP hospital network includes opportunities in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Exotic Animal Medicine, Mixed Animal Practice, Integrative Treatments, Emergency Services, and a unique Small Animal Clinical Trial Externship. Visits can be tailored to your individual interests and needs, to best augment your learning experience, availability and school curriculum.
Visiting students can expect to grow and improve in the areas of leadership, communication problem-solving and technical skills . Typical responsibilities- based on individual location and mentor approval- may include performing physical exams, assisting with case work ups, refining practical skills, assisting with dentals, observing/scrubbing into surgery and much more!
Benefits:
- Weekly stipend
- Flexible schedule
- Limited housing available at some locations
- Hands on practice, training and mentorship from skilled and supportive veterinary teams
- Access to variety of modern equipment, including rehab, ultrasound, and in house labs/dependent on location
Requirements
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in good academic standing at accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Must carry professional liability coverage through SAVMA or other similar entity
