Veterinary Technician Student Externship - St. Peters, Mo

Veterinary Emergency Group

St. Peters, Missouri, United States
Not specified; unpyid externship opportunity
On-site
Currently enrolled in avma-accredited program
Enrolled in course requiring externship hours
Current rabies vaccination or titer required
The program offers a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine alongside credentialed veterinary technicians

Job Summary

  • The program offers a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine alongside credentialed veterinary technicians.
  • Externs will shadow and assist with triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, and inpatient care while receiving real-time mentoring.
  • VEG is a certified Great Place to Work offering flexibility in externship length and location based on program requirements.

Matching Summary

The program offers a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine alongside credentialed veterinary technicians.

Salary

Not specified; Unpaid externship opportunity

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Currently enrolled in AVMA-accredited program
  • Enrolled in course requiring externship hours
  • Current rabies vaccination or titer required
  • Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently
  • Willingness to work in noisy environment

Nice-to-have

  • Empathetic people-centric approach
  • Strong sense of ownership over work
  • Curious nature seeking continuous learning
  • Ability to work with diverse teams

Key Requirements

  • Must be currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited vet tech or nursing program
  • Must have current rabies vaccination or titer
  • Must be able to start within six months of application
  • Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods and kneel

Work Rights

Not specified

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