About the role#
VetnCare offers a two-week externship program for students in fields such as Biology, Nursing, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Public Health, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, Kinesiology, and Agriculture. This program provides hands-on experience in a clinical environment to help you transition from veterinary school into professional practice. You will work alongside experienced veterinarians to build clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills.
What you'll do#
- Support patient history taking and clinical examinations.
- Assist with diagnostic planning and case workups.
- Participate in treatment planning and case presentations.
- Engage in client communication and case discussions.
- Help with urgent care case management.
- Observe and assist with surgical workflows, perioperative care, and dentistry.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a relevant field of study.
- Hands-on clinical experience.
- Ability to shadow veterinarians in a busy hospital setting.
- Comfort with patient history taking.
- Competence in surgical workflow and perioperative care.
- Exposure to or interest in emergency medicine.
Location & details#
- Locations: Oakland, Pinole, El Dorado Hills, Napa, Sacramento, Concord, Castro Valley, Hercules, Fremont, San Francisco, and Pleasant Hill, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Paid, full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About VetnCare
VetnCare operates a network of 13 veterinary hospitals throughout Northern California. Founded in 2011, the organization provides general practice, surgery, and specialized medical services for pets. A centralized support team manages operations, finance, and marketing to assist clinical staff. The company maintains headquarters in Oakland and employs between 201 and 500 people.
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