Veterinary Technician Student Externship/Preceptorship Program - Onion River Animal Hospital (Housing Available)
Onion River Animal Hospital
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Description
We are making an investment in the next generation of Veterinary Technicians!
Our program is open to Veterinary Technician students currently enrolled in an accredited Technician school. Practical experience in a well-run and contemporary practice can be a valuable component of your veterinary education, preparing you to deliver better care after graduation. Our program is dedicated to contributing to your practice-readiness and to help you hit the ground running after graduation.
What you'll be doing:
As a Veterinary Technician intern/extern, you will work alongside our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. This role is designed to provide practical experience in a range of veterinary technician duties, including:
- Assisting with examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
- Administering medications and vaccinations
- Monitoring anesthesia during surgeries
- Conducting laboratory tests (e.g., bloodwork, urinalysis)
- Taking radiographs (X-rays)
- Caring for hospitalized animals
- Educating pet owners on preventive care
- Maintaining a clean and organized work environment
What We Offer:
- Mentorship from experienced veterinary professionals
- Hands-on experience in a variety of clinical procedures
- Exposure to both routine and emergency veterinary care
- A collaborative and supportive learning environment
- Potential for future employment opportunities
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a Veterinary Technician program
- Strong passion for animal care and a desire to learn
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Basic knowledge of animal handling and medical terminology is a plus
- Enthusiastic and effective participants in our patient care
Benefits
- Mentorship from experienced veterinary professionals
- Hands-on experience in a variety of clinical procedures
- Exposure to both routine and emergency veterinary care
- A collaborative and supportive learning environment
- Potential for future employment opportunities
About this role
Onion River Animal Hospital is recruiting veterinary technician students for an externship program designed to bridge classroom learning and clinical practice. You'll work directly with the hospital's veterinarians, technicians, and support staff across a full spectrum of technician responsibilities—from assisting with exams and diagnostics to monitoring anesthesia, conducting lab work, taking radiographs, and providing post-operative animal care. The program also includes client education on preventive care and maintaining clinical standards, giving you exposure to both routine and emergency situations in a contemporary practice setting.
The hospital emphasizes mentorship and practice-readiness, pairing you with experienced professionals who are invested in preparing you for success after graduation. You'll gain hands-on experience in procedures that matter to the profession while working in a collaborative environment. The program explicitly considers candidates for future employment, making it a potential pathway beyond the externship itself.
To apply, you must be currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technician program and bring genuine passion for animal care and a willingness to learn. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, and prior knowledge of animal handling and medical terminology is valued. The hospital offers housing as part of the program, which may be particularly useful if you're relocating to Vermont for the placement.
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