An externship experience at an NVA hospital 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. 
 
We are a walk-in clinic and practice “prompt care” at our clinic. We only schedule non-emergency surgeries (currently on Tuesdays). We would require a student to be able to be very 'clinic-aware' during their externship as things can change quickly here and students should be prepared to observe mostly urgent-care type appointments. I believe we would be a good learning environment for those interested in "Emergency" without technically being “Emergency only.”

Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating 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. Externships at are offered to clinical-year veterinary 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.