Equine Intern Veterinarian

Job Description

South Shore Equine Clinic offers a 6 month and a 12 month internship program to graduates of accredited veterinary schools that are eligible for a MA license. The goal of this internship is to allow the intern to become a qualified ambulatory associate, as well as a qualified diagnostician familiar with all aspects of diagnostics and treatment options.

The 6 month internship starts in January, and the 12 month internship starts in June each year. January - April is full of reproduction, foaling, and early spring wellness appointments, along with typical schedules as listed below.

Case load: Performance horse evaluations - H/J, eventing, and dressage show horse, Standardbred racehorses, western pleasure, emphasis on diagnostics and therapeutic options. Lameness work-ups, imaging (Dr, Ultrasound, MRI), shockwave, Tenex procedures, PRP, IRAP, Arthramid, and conventional intra-articular care. Internal medicine caseload includes referrals as well as ophthalmic and medical colic cases; preventative care and dentistry; no colic surgery performed. General ambulatory/emergencies seen weekly and as needed.

Types of cases: 40% performance horse evaluations, 30% Preventative care/internal medicine, 20% general ambulatory, 5-10% reproductive (seasonal), 5% emergency (no colic surgery)

Estimated breakdown of workload: Ambulatory/hospital/emergency 3-week rotations. Monday, Wednesday & Friday - full days ambulatory, routine preventative care as well as lameness/purchase exams. Tuesday/Thursday (am) - in clinic cases and surgeries; (pm) -ambulatory. Saturday (am) - in clinic caseload and weekend ambulatory treatments.

Emergency duty requirements: Shared rotation including nights and weekends (with back-up)

Amount of supervision: Heavily mentored/supervised initially, leading to independence for emergencies and some days and/or procedures on an individual basis ultimately leading to independent days of scheduled appointments.

Prerequisite Application Process: Graduate from AVMA accredited school, passed NAVLE, eligible for a MA vet license and a valid driver's license are all requirements.

We are looking for team members with a positive outlook with a passion for helping people with their horse problems.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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Plympton, Massachusetts, United States

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