Description
Are you searching for an immersive externship veterinary experience in a hospital that is different from that of other hospitals? I guarantee we are that different hospital! Guardian Veterinary Specialists is the only privately-owned, 29,000 sq. ft., 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital located in upper Westchester County, NY, one hour north of New York City.
We are looking to offer an exciting and unique opportunity for Veterinary Medicine student years, 1st through 4th, looking to gain more real world and hands on experience under the supervision and guidance of seasoned and talented professionals in the field. This is an unpaid externship program ranging from 2 to 8 weeks, where you can do a rotation with our specialists or work with just one, learning and working with the best.
GVS is comprised of motivated team players dedicated to practicing the highest quality medicine to join our group of exceptionally talented specialists and veterinary support staff. Our specialty departments include critical care; surgery (soft tissue, orthopedics, laparoscopy); neurology/neurosurgery; oncology; ophthalmology; cardiology; and rehabilitation. Imaging/diagnostics include MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, and ultrasound. Emergency doctors greatly benefit from superior support and input from our specialty departments.
Requirements
Qualified applicants for this role:
Love of animals and a passion to help and heal, first and foremost
Current student in an accredited AVMA Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine program
The desire to continually learn and grow
ideally, previous experience with small and large animals
Great communication skills as our veterinarians are communicating with our fur-parents for updates
Must be open to working various shifts
Why Choose GVS:
Unique culture that focuses on strong positive relationships within the work place
Opportunity to train and learn from top specialists in the field
Subsidized local housing potentially available
Paid learning experience
Opportunity to earn CE credit’s monthly
Sponsorship available for international professionals
Generous discount on employee pet boarding & pet care
Free lunch days, weekly
Guardian outings
Pet blood donor perks
Free pet bereavement services for staff
Free mental health services for staff
Contact us today to find out about a career with Guardian Veterinary Specialists and to learn about The Guardian Way!
