Veterinary Technician Student Externship - Pikesville, Md

Veterinary Emergency Group

Pikesville, Maryland, United States
Not specified; this is an unpyid externship opport...
On-site
Avma-accredited veterinary technology program enrollment
Current rabies vaccination or titer required
Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently
This unpaid externship offers a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine alongside credentialed veterinary technicians

Job Summary

  • This unpaid externship offers a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine alongside credentialed veterinary technicians.
  • Participants will engage in real-time mentoring, shadowing triage, diagnostics, anesthesia, and inpatient care while practicing school-required skills.
  • VEG provides flexibility in choosing the externship length and location, with a strong focus on future hiring opportunities for former externs.

Matching Summary

This unpaid externship offers a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine alongside credentialed veterinary technicians.

Salary

Not specified; This is an unpaid externship opportunity.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program enrollment
  • Current rabies vaccination or titer required
  • Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently
  • Willingness to work in noisy environment with odors
  • Availability to start within six months

Nice-to-have

  • Empathetic people-centric approach
  • Curious nature seeking continuous learning
  • Strong sense of ownership over work
  • Humility and team collaboration skills
  • Adaptability to fast-paced ER environment

Key Requirements

  • Enrolled in AVMA-accredited vet tech or nursing program
  • Course requiring externship hours or skills completion
  • Current rabies vaccination or titer documentation
  • Physical ability to stand, kneel, and lift heavy animals
  • Student status only; not for veterinarians or assistants

Work Rights

Not specified

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