Veterinary Nursing Student Externship
APPLYArbor View Animal Hospital offers a unique externship for veterinary nursing students, providing extensive hands-on experience to prepare them for their future careers.
Experience and Learn What The Future of Veterinary Nursing Can Be!
At Arbor View Animal Hospital, our veterinary nurses operate at a level beyond the typical industry standard. Their role goes beyond the tasks of a veterinary assistant – our vet nurses are empowered to fully utilize their skills, delivering patient care and managing their day with independence During your externship, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Master multi-tasking and case management
- Enhance your client communication and education abilities
- Develop problem-solving strategies for unexpected situations
- Cultivate leadership skills and learn effective delegation
- Gain hands-on experience with both basic and advanced technical procedures, including ultrasound, CT, fluoroscopy, and standard suturing
Hone Your Skills in Not Only Canine and Feline Medicine But Exotic Pets Too!
Our client base is not your typical small animal clinic clients. Currently, our patients are ~40% exotic and 60% canine/feline. An externship at Arbor View will help prepare you for the possibility of working with an endless amount species upon graduation.
Our exotic patients typically consist of rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, ferrets, Patagonian cavies, pot belly pigs, foxes, skunks, parrots, snakes, lizards, amphibians, fish, invertebrates, some zoo species (such as wallabies, otters, and non-human primates), etc…
Interested in Wildlife Rehab? We Have That Too!
We also have a wildlife rehab license and this allows us to treat and rehabilitate local injured wildlife. Typical wildlife cases include raptors (hawks/owls), songbirds, small mammals (squirrels, rabbits, opossums), reptiles (turtles/tortoises), and amphibians (toads/frogs).
You will gain vast experience with wildlife and the challenges they pose from handling to diagnostic acquisition.
How Long Is the Externship?
The length of the externship is based on your schools’ requirements. Our externships are also offered year-round.
Possible Future Employment!
At Arbor View, we’re always on the lookout for passionate vet nurses who push themselves to excel. As an extern, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your talent, grow your skills, and potentially join a team that values innovation, excellence, and a commitment to the highest standards of care. For more information regarding employment opportunities:
Caring medicine for all animals.
Location
Hours
Monday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday: Closed
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