About the role#
CareVet of Southern Illinois offers a paid externship for veterinary students. You will work with our 3-doctor team in a hospital that has served the community for over 34 years. This role provides clinical experience in a modern facility that includes a surgical suite, in-house diagnostics, and separate recovery areas for dogs and cats.
What you'll do#
You will work alongside experienced veterinarians and technicians to gain hands-on exposure to clinical practice. Your time will focus on these areas:
- Wellness and preventive care
- Surgery and anesthesia
- Dentistry
- Diagnostics and laboratory services
- Urgent care and medical cases
- Client communication and patient care
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
Location & details#
- Location: Marion, Illinois
- Modality: On-site
- Term: Rolling
- Status: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid (Note: Certain graded externships may not be eligible for payment based on specific school curriculum requirements.)
About CareVet
CareVet operates a national network of veterinary hospitals. The company provides resources and technology to local practices while allowing veterinarians to maintain clinical autonomy. Founded in 2018 and based in St. Louis, Missouri, the organization focuses on veterinary medicine and practice management. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people across its network.
How to get in at CareVet
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