Veterinary Technician Student Externship - St. Petersburg, Fl
Veterinary Emergency Group
Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States
Unpyid externship opportunity; not specified; not ...
On-site
Currently enrolled in avma-accredited program
Enrolled in course requiring externship hours
Current rabies vaccination or titer required
VEG offers a hands-on, immersive externship experience where students engage directly in emergency medicine alongside credentialed technicians
Job Summary
VEG offers a hands-on, immersive externship experience where students engage directly in emergency medicine alongside credentialed technicians.
Participants will shadow and assist with critical tasks including patient triage, diagnostics, anesthesia, and inpatient care while receiving real-time mentoring.
The program provides flexibility in duration and location, with a strong emphasis on future hiring opportunities for former externs.
Matching Summary
VEG offers a hands-on, immersive externship experience where students engage directly in emergency medicine alongside credentialed technicians.
Salary
Unpaid externship opportunity; Not specified; Not specified
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 by nature with insightful questions
Humility and team collaboration skills
Adaptability to fast-paced ER environment
Key Requirements
Must be currently enrolled in veterinary technology/nursing program
Program must require externship hours or skills
Able to start within six months of application
Physical ability to stand, kneel, and lift heavy animals