DVM Student Externship - Philadelphia

(You must be enrolled in vet school in order to apply). Our experienced medical and clinical professionals are dedicated to curating a diverse learning experience for you. During your time as a DVM Student Extern at Bond Vet, you can anticipate exposure to a wide array of urgent care cases and routine wellness scenarios. Additionally, you'll receive valuable mentorship from our exceptional Doctors. Here's a glimpse of what you can expect to encounter during your externship with us:

Appointments/Client Communication

Interact with Pet Parents

Observe the development of treatment plan, estimate creation and presentation

Review medical records and take patient history

Perform physical exams

Treatments

Assist treatment team administering medications, SQ fluids, IV fluids,etc. (Under direct supervision of LVT or DVM)

Procedures/Surgeries

Place urinary catheters in male dogs (under direct supervision of LVT and/or DVM)

Draw blood on stable animals from Cephalic and Saphenous veins, under supervision by a nurse

Help in use of ultrasound to identify anatomy

Scrub in and assist in any procedure under full supervision of the Doctor performing said procedure

Laboratory Tests

Observe sample preparation for reference laboratory testing

Prepare and review ear cytology samples and blood smear samples

Currently be enrolled in your 3rd or 4th year in an AVMA-accredited DVM Program

Have an open mind, a willingness to learn, and a collaborative spirit

Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Uphold confidentiality standards for sensitive information

Possess effective communication skills

Be capable of lifting objects up to 40 pounds and performing physical tasks like bending, crouching, squatting, and carrying equipment

Provide proof of medical insurance, rabies vaccine/titer, tetanus vaccine, and a recent TB test prior to starting the program

Externships are a minimum of two weeks and can extend up to three weeks based on your school requirements

Your schedule will be created based on your school requirements and provided to you before your first day in the clinic

Weekend hours may be required based on your school requirements and supervising Doctors schedule

You will never be asked to work a late or early shift as all of our clinics have standard operating hours based on the region and do not offer overnight boarding