Extern Job Description
Employment type: Externship Experience Level: Entry level
Company Overview
Tampa Bay Vets is a busy, AAHA accredited animal hospital practice with 9 locations in Tampa, FL. We pride ourselves on practicing the best quality medicine for our patients.
We are in the forefront of medical technology, providing:
Health/Wellness
Endoscopy
Cold Laser Therapy
Ultrasound
Acupuncture
Digital Radiography
Advanced Surgeries and
Physical Rehabilitation services.
Job Summary
The Tampa Bay Vets Externship program is intended to provide an in-hospital learning opportunity for veterinary students who are interested in furthering their education and who are planning a future in our field.
Job responsibilities
Externs will be able to work with patients, alongside our veterinary team members. Typical programs last 2 to 6 weeks based on the student's availability and the school's requirements. Participants will be provided the chance to work with patients and clientele and to participate in procedures associated with routine and urgent care situations.
We strongly encourage our externs to :
- Be self-motivated
- Ask questions
- Be proactive in their on-site education.
- Have a high sense of urgency with regard to client satisfaction and timely patient care
- Have good communication throughout the program so all expectations stay aligned
A few reasons why students want to extern at our animal hospitals:
Supportive atmosphere for learning!
Family oriented environment!
9 locations!
You will make a difference in the lives of our clients/patients!
Flexible hours
AAHA accredited veterinary hospitals!
State-of-the-art equipment and technology!
Opportunity for hire once you graduate
CVT’s, LVT’s, RVT’s, CVPM and Board Certified Veterinarians on staff!
Skills Required
- Current enrollment in an accredited veterinary school
- Availability to complete a 2-6 week externship per school and site requirements
- Willingness to work with patients and clients and participate in clinical procedures
- Be self-motivated and proactive in on-site education
- Good communication skills to keep expectations aligned with staff
- High sense of urgency regarding client satisfaction and timely patient care
What We Do
Tampa Bay Veterinary Medical Group, also known as Tampa Bay Vets, is a network of eight full-service, AAHA-accredited veterinary hospitals serving the Tampa Bay area of Florida. The organization consists of highly skilled and committed veterinarians and staff who provide the highest quality of care for their clients' pets, operating as a professional network of outstanding veterinary clinics across the region.
