Veterinary Technician Student Externship - Manhattan Beach, CA

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Manhattan Beach, CA

3d•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 real-time learning, and gain exposure to various aspects of emergency care, including patient triage, diagnostics, and inpatient care. The externship aims to help students build a strong foundation, get inspired, and explore a potential career in veterinary emergency medicine.

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 on own and able to 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.
Strong sense of ownership over work.
Curious by nature, seeking opportunities to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

Learn from emergency veterinary professionals.
Pair up 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 proficiency checklists with mentorship.
Experience the teamwork, pace, and heart of emergency care at VEG.
Explore a career in ER veterinary medicine.