Veterinary Externships in Chicago at West Loop Veterinary Care

West Loop Veterinary Care is a state of the art, American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited and Cat Friendly Certified practice conveniently located near public transportation in Chicago’s vibrant, urban West Loop Neighborhood. Our positive environment is made up of a compassionate and enthusiastic team consisting of 10 veterinarians and more than 50 support staff including Hospital Attendants, Patient Care Coordinators, Exam Room Assistants, Veterinary Medical Assistants and Certified Veterinary Technicians.

Veterinary, Certified Veterinary Technician, and Veterinary Medical Assistant Externships

West Loop Veterinary Care offers 1–2 week externships for third- and fourth-year students. Externs are paired with experienced team members and rotate through all areas of the hospital, gaining exposure to a varied caseload while exploring their professional interests.

Our practice is built on continual learning, strong teamwork, and open communication across all departments. With a greater than 4:1 support team ratio and advanced technology including, digital imaging and ultrasound, Force Triad surgical device, anesthetic ventilator, therapeutic lasers, dedicated oral health care suites, externs experience high-quality, collaborative veterinary medicine in action.

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What to Expect from An Externship at WLVC

Our team will be by your side to guide your experience, collaborate on treatment, and coach your communications. You will meet with your mentor at the beginning of the externship to set goals. Throughout the externship, you will track your goals with the help of our skilled team. At the end of the externship, you will review your accomplishments with your mentor and document everything for your program. Our goal is to provide you with a set of tools that you will use for years to come.

For Veterinary Students:

Assigned mentor to help guide your experience and help set and achieve your goals.
Assist with surgical procedures using Force Triad technology.
Complete full physical exams on hospital patients.
Working directly with a veterinarian in the exam room.
Interpret digital radiographs and ultrasound imaging.
Order and analyze laboratory tests and results.
20-30 hours per week with our team.
Stipend upon completion of externship.

For Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) or Veterinary Medical Assistant (VMA) Students

Assigned mentor to help guide your experience at WLVC.
Use of advanced technology (ultrasound, ventilator, Force Triad technology, laparoscope, cold laser, digital radiology).
Immersive experience and application of skills from day one.
Daily responsibilities will include: patient handling and care, anesthesia, advanced analgesia, dentistry, laboratory procedures, prescription preparation, radiology, client education, and maintaining hospital cleanliness.
Opportunity for employment after completion of externship.

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Careers At West Loop Veterinary Care

Located in Chicago’s vibrant West Loop community, West Loop Veterinary Care is one of the premier veterinary hospitals in Chicago. We are a busy, state-of-the-art, environmentally-friendly hospital committed to outstanding patient care and excellent service to the people who care for them.

Our emphasis on continual learning, utilization of a supportive team, and open communication across all hospital areas allows us to be the solution for patients, our clients, and each other. We feature >4:1 support team ratio, a variety of advanced technology, and high quality services provided by our professionally trained team.

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