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An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.Responsibilitieswork closely with the supervising Associate Veterinarians to gain experience in gathering patient historiesperforming physical examscreation of treatment plansdiagnosticsdentistry servicesobserving/assisting or performing surgical proceduresmedical management of patientspractice communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clientsEligibility and DurationMost externship experiences 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.StipendVeterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. This description notes stipend availability and program details; refer to the stipend program for amounts and specifics. #J-18808-Ljbffr