An externship experience at an NVA hospital will give students the unique opportunity to understand the day-to-day operations of the practice, and to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience. Although every NVA hospital is unique, we all have some things in common: an environment that is supportive, committed to excellent medicine, and provides exceptional service to animals and the people who love them.    Students will work closely with the supervising veterinarian to gain experience in gathering patient histories, performing physical exams, creation of treatment plans, diagnostics, dentistry services, observing/assisting or performing surgical procedures, and medical management of patients. In addition to practicing their clinical skills, student externs will have the opportunity to practice their communication skills with the medical team, support staff, and clients.     Most externship experiences range from two to eight weeks depending on student and hospital schedules. All veterinary students (regardless of class year) are encouraged to participate in NVA externships.
Veterinary Care Group of Forest Hills has been dedicated to providing quality primary care for their community since 2018. Our full-time veterinarian, Dr. Lee, had only been working with VCG for 2 years as an associate DVM, prior to being promoted to medical director in 2022. This is just one of the many examples of the growth and development opportunities our company has to offer. The team shows empathy, kindness, and consideration when taking care of their patients and while communicating with pet parents. VCG Forest Hills also takes pride in bringing on exceptional talent that adds to their positive, inclusive, and lively work environment. Candidates looking to join the VCG Forest Hills team can be sure that the environment and work-life balance will enhance their career path in veterinary medicine. We are currently looking to bring on another full-time doctor and full-time licensed veterinary technician, so we are able to better facilitate our community's high demand for quality veterinary care!   Veterinary students who are in the clinical portion of their education are eligible for a travel/living expense stipend. Click HERE to view list of stipend amounts and HERE for details on the stipend program.