Veterinary Technician Student Externship - Eden Prairie, MN

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Eden Prairie, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is offering a Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program designed to provide a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine. This program allows students to work alongside credentialed emergency veterinary technicians, engage in patient care, and explore a career in emergency veterinary medicine. The externship aims to build a strong foundation, inspire students, and offer exposure to the fast-paced world of ER veterinary care.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology or nursing program, or a program actively seeking accreditation.
Enrolled in a course that requires externship hours or skills.
Able to start the program within six months of application.
Current rabies vaccination or titer required.
Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, and work on the floor.
Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment with diverse people.

Nice To Haves

Empathetic, people-centric approach.
Sense of humility, acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and lifting up team accomplishments.
Strong sense of ownership over work, taking responsibility for outcomes.
Curious by nature, asking insightful questions and seeking opportunities to learn.

Responsibilities

Learn from emergency veterinary professionals.
Pair with an emergency credentialed veterinary technician for mentoring and learning.
Shadow and assist with triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, inpatient care, and more.
Practice skills required by school's proficiency checklist with mentorship.
Experience the teamwork, pace, and heart of emergency care at VEG.
Explore a career in ER veterinary medicine.