Veterinary Student Externship at Mixed Pet Veterinary Hospital

About the hospital:

What we offer externs:

• Stipend to offset the cost of housing and travel
• Mentorship from eager and experienced veterinarians
• Opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices

Why VetEvolve:

• VetEvolve's Support from the Start program is designed to provide new veterinarians with mentorship, hands-on training, and a customized post-grad experience to build a strong foundation. This includes assigned mentors, individualized mentorship plans, and opportunities for specialized training and continued education to help you develop your skills and confidence while fostering a healthy work-life balance.
• Industry leading Veterinarian and support staff retention rates - Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our videos page.
• We invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing, and many of our team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
• We live by our core values: Serve, Evolve, and Trust.
• “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our Veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here”.
• Repeat winner of Virginia’s Best Places to Work (we are based in Virginia).

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path)

Apply here or contact Ashley Anderson at anderson@vetevolve.com for more information.

Client Service Representative

• Greet clients and patients warmly, providing professional, empathetic, and attentive service while answering in-person inquiries promptly. 
• Complete patient check-in and check-out efficiently while serving as a liaison with hospital staff and communicating real-time patient status and flow changes. 
• Maintain client communications via phone, email, and mail, including follow-ups and thank-you messages. 
• Schedule, confirm, and forward book appointments, routing requests appropriately; triage patients based on urgency. 
• Communicate clearly about hospital services, wellness care, vaccinations, diagnostics, surgical aftercare, and specialty packages. 
• Handle sensitive situations (e.g., euthanasia, test results, payments) with tact and professionalism. 
• Maintain accurate patient records, request and attach prior records, and ensure charges are captured. 
• Complete cash reconciliation, end-of-day financial tasks, and bank deposits while accurately processing payments and refunds, including transactions through Care Credit and credit card terminals. 
• Fill veterinary prescriptions accurately and provide instructions to clients. 
• Assist with over-the-counter product sales and maintain inventory. 
• Support veterinarians, technicians, and Practice Manager with patient care and administrative tasks. 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment; follow safety and hygiene protocols. 
• Participate in opening, closing, and weekend duties as assigned. 
• As part of this role, calls may be recorded to help ensure we are meeting client needs and to support quality assurance and training efforts. 
• Perform all other duties as assigned.   

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Previous experience working with animals preferred; veterinary or animal care background strongly valued. 
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use computer systems, email, practice management software, Microsoft Office applications, and basic scheduling tools. 
• Accurate data entry and record-keeping skills. 
• Able to perform basic math for cash handling, billing, and appointment management. 
• Manual dexterity required for typing, filing, and handling patients or supplies. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate clearly with clients, team members, and veterinarians. 
• Demonstrated ability to provide professional, empathetic, and client-focused service while maintaining composure in high-stress or emotionally challenging situations. 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely handle animals up to 130 pounds. 
• Comfortable sitting, standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods throughout the workday.  
• Professional, neat appearance consistent with hospital standards. 

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and be available for scheduling during all hours the practice is open to support hospital operations 

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. In addition, employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays and access to employee assistance program.