Veterinary Extern

Job DescriptionApplicants must be third- or fourth-year students of accredited domestic or international veterinary schools, pursuing a DVM, VMD, or foreign equivalent. Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center (AVES) in Austin, TX is the capital city's premier emergency and specialty hospital. Locally managed by one of the original founders, Lindsay Vaughn, DVM, DACVECC, AVES is a progressive, fast-paced, multi-disciplinary veterinary hospital that has experienced exponential growth since its inception. An externship at AVES offers 3rd and 4th year veterinary students the opportunity to work under the mentorship and guidance of our board-certified specialists and highly trained emergency veterinarians. Our current specialties include Internal Medicine, Interventional Radiology, Surgery, Neurology, Critical Care, Medical Oncology, Anesthesiology, and Diagnostic Imaging, with the use of ultrasound, CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, x-ray, and high-flow oxygen. We partner with CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets to provide Cardiology services to our hospitalized patients and will be adding additional specialty departments with the opening of our 45,000 sq ft second location in the Summer of '25 AVES promotes a positive, collaborative, and inclusive culture that prioritizes learning and growth. Our veterinarians enjoy teaching and will ensure students learn as much as possible throughout their externship. Our student externship program is flexible, with most students working in two-to-four-week program blocks. We welcome students in their 3rd and 4th year clinical rotations and will customize your involvement according to your current knowledge and skill level, while also ensuring you grow and learn. During your externship, you will work closely with attending veterinarians, shadow in exam rooms, perform hands-on exams, diagnostics, and procedures whenever possible, and participate in informal rounds with our clinicians. Austin is home to many unique attractions and offers something for everyone during your time off. Spend the day soaking up the sun on Lake Travis, hiking the greenbelt, exploring a world-class museum, satisfying your craving for some delicious Tex-Mex or BBQ, or finding your next favorite band while listening to some live music under the stars Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com. Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community. Ethos Veterinary Health 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, EVH 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. Ethos Veterinary Health 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.