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Job Description An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice and gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all share some common features: a supportive environment, a commitment to excellent medicine, and a focus on providing exceptional service to animals and their owners. Our clinic boasts a great team culture, and community outreach is very important to us. You will have ample opportunity to learn as you work alongside seasoned veterinarians. Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creating treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have opportunities to develop their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients. Most externship experiences at Grand River Veterinary Hospital range from two to eight weeks, depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students, regardless of class year, are encouraged to participate in NVA externships. Veterinary students in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view the list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program. At NVA Canada, diversity and inclusion are integral to our daily operations. We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential, regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other beliefs, culture, sexual orientation, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr