A Practice Where Future Veterinarians Can Thrive/Learn/Grow!

At Homestead Veterinary Hospital, caring for animals is not just a profession; it is a shared commitment among our team. Homestead is internationally recognized for its work in equine medicine and laminitis research. Our founder is well-known for their contributions to laminitis research, and our hospital has been a selected site for the International Society of Equine Locomotor Pathology (ISELP) Conference for over 10 years.

While our practice mainly provides ambulatory services, we also have a state-of-the-art 10,000 sq. ft. hospital that features four stalls, including two for mare/foal care and an isolation stall, as well as indoor stocks. Our facility allows us to care for both large and small animals, enabling our team to practice a wide range of medical services and build meaningful relationships with our clients.

Our advanced services include:

• - Surgical Laser
• - K-Laser Therapy
• - Gastroscopy and Airway Scope
• - Ultrasound
• - Mobile Digital X-Ray
• - In-House Diagnostics

Just a hop, skip, and a jump outside of Washington, Missouri, you'll find Homestead Veterinary Hospital nestled on a lovely hill! Our beautiful property is surrounded by open fields, charming horse paddocks, and a peaceful little pond. We have plenty of space for all kinds of equine care, with multiple horse enclosures, round pens, and grassy paddocks perfect for our four-legged friends. Washington has all the charm of a friendly small town, plus it's super convenient to nearby St. Louis. The area boasts stunning countryside views and a warm, welcoming community. Here, life moves at a lovely, relaxed pace, allowing you to enjoy both your career and those precious moments outside the hospital. Come and experience the best of both worlds with us!

Learn More About Our Hospital Here!

We’re looking for:

• 1st through 4th Year Veterinary Students
• Compassionate, Team Player, and Strong Communicator 
• Veterinary students looking to enhance their education through real-world experiences

We offer our Veterinary Student Externs:

• Paid Externship Hours
• 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance 
• Future Veterinary Opportunity Preferences
• Future Ownership Opportunities through our Partner Track Program
• DVM Mentor Network
• Flexible Scheduling
• This Externship is paid at $15 per hour

• Must be an Active Veterinary Student from an AVMA Accredited Institution. 

WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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