At Southern Paws Animal Medical Center, we’re serious about two things: providing top-notch veterinary care and creating a work environment that feels like home. Healing Pets, Supporting People, Building Community Ready to Join a Team That Truly Cares? We’re the kind of team that shows up for each other, celebrates life’s little moments, and treats every pet like our own. Our medicine is high quality, thoughtful, and never one-size-fits-all— whether it’s an advanced dental work, a complex case, or an emergency that needs a calm, experienced hand. We lead with compassion, communicate like pros, and have a blast doing what we love. If you’re looking for an externship with a team that’s got your back and knows how to have fun, welcome!

Southern Paws Animal Medical Center is dedicated to providing the highest standards of veterinary care. We understand every pet has individual healthcare needs and we partner with our clients to meet those needs. We have a state of the art facility with a complete in-house lab, 2 digital radiology units, modern surgical suite with the ability to perform complex and orthopedic procedures, a class IV therapy laser & more!

This homestyle town is known for it's many great local restaurants, culture, rich history and antiques galore! Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy mountain hiking, fishing, hunting, and exploring the beautiful surroundings. This growing region offers fantastic public schools and would be a great place to raise a family!

Check out our day to day here!

We’re looking for:

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

We offer our Veterinary Student Externs:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Paid Externship Hours
• Future Employment Opportunity Preferences
• DVM Mentor Network
• 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance

• 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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