Veterinary Student Externship- Peoria Area Veterinary Group (Dunlap Location)
About The Position
United Veterinary Care is offering externships for veterinary students at over 100 hospital locations. This clinical experience allows students to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world hospital setting. The externships are designed for clinical-year students at AVMA-accredited schools, typically in their 3rd or 4th year. Students will set goals at the start of their rotation and be integrated into the team through case discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and hands-on patient care in GP, ER, and specialty settings. The program aims to provide diverse experience, mentorship, and confidence in clinical skills. Students often describe their externships as transformative and highly supportive. Stipends are available to offset travel and lodging costs, unless prohibited by the veterinary school.
Requirements
- Must be a current veterinary student at an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
- Priority scheduling for students in their clinical years on official externship blocks for school credit.
- Must provide proof of professional liability insurance.
- Peoria Area Vet Group welcomes students at any stage of their veterinary medical education (1st through 4th year).
Nice To Haves
- SAVMA members qualify for no cost insurance.
- Students looking to spend their externship in a hospital that practices advanced medicine and surgery.
- Students who enjoy collaborating on cases.
- Students seeking a hospital that will help further their skills and confidence.
Responsibilities
- Apply classroom knowledge in a real-world hospital setting.
- Participate in case discussions.
- Engage in collaborative problem-solving.
- Provide hands-on patient care in GP, ER, and specialty settings.
- Actively participate in cases and further development towards becoming a veterinarian.
- Be included in surgical cases, dental procedures, emergencies, sick patient workups, and routine medical appointments.
- Discuss cases with supervising veterinarian and have exam findings confirmed.
- Work as a team with supervising veterinarian and support staff.
Benefits
- Stipends are available to offset travel and lodging costs (unless prohibited by your veterinary school).
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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