Banfield Veterinarian Externship
Not Disclosed•InternOn-site
location_onK1 Speed, Avenida José Villares / Avenida Gurabo, 00725, United States
The Banfield Externship offers a unique opportunity to shadow a mentor veterinarian, gaining firsthand clinical experience and knowledge in a hospital setting. This role is designed for individuals enrolled in a DVM/VMD program who are eager to observe and participate in clinical procedures, serving as the extra eyes, ears, and hands for the veterinary team to ensure the highest quality of pet care.
Externs will live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc.: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom. The position requires a proactive approach to learning, where you will meet with your mentor to establish program expectations and create specific learning goals. You will be immersed in the daily rhythm of the hospital, from maintaining sterile treatment areas to ensuring the comfort of clients and pets.
This role involves a dynamic environment with a moderately high noise level. You will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, birds, and reptiles, and may occasionally encounter anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and controlled substances. The position requires strong ambulatory skills and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Physical demands include the ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds. Due to client needs and work volume, the role may require more than 40 hours per week, including weekends and evenings.
If you are a current associate, please apply through our internal career site by logging into Workday and selecting the Jobs Hub app or searching for Browse Jobs.
Banfield Pet Hospital strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals, promoting a work environment where diversity is embraced. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free, smoke-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A Better World for Pets.
Work model: On-site
K1 Speed, Avenida José Villares / Avenida Gurabo, 00725, United States
Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, English.
Education: Bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine or related area required; Enrolled in a DVM/VMD program at a college of veterinary medicine.
