General information

City: Arlington

State: Texas

Hospital Name: Creature Comfort Animal Clinic

Job Type: Veterinary Extern

Description & Requirements

Creature Comfort Animal Clinic is a 4-doctor practice with a pension for building friendships with clients and teammates alike. We value open communication, have a team mindset, and have doctors who love to teach. Our clinic tends to see companion animals the most, but we don't shy away from pocket pets and other exotics, as we have 2 doctors who see exotics. 
 
Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of 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 the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.  
 
Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. Creature Comfort Animal Clinic offers externships to 4th year veterinary students.
 
Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.