At Robinson Hospital for Animals in Robinson, IL we enjoy our laid back atmosphere mixed with a fun team spirit. Supporting our clients and their pets in our surrounding communities is important to us. We are passionate about advancing education through clinical experience and we welcome 2nd to 4th year veterinary students to join us for a valuable clinical externship! 

Up to $600/wk in reimbursement for travel, meals, and housing!

As a Veterinary Student Extern, you will gain experience in:

•     Gathering patients' medical histories
•     Performing comprehensive physical exams
•     Formulating and implementing diagnostic and therapeutic care plans
•     Scrubbing-in and assisting with surgical procedures
•     Helping your supervising DVM manage various medical cases
•     Providing patient care
•     Refining your client communication skills
•     Honing your clinical and technical skills

Hospital Interests:

• Small animal general practice, ill pet visits, as well as wellness exams
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentals
• Digital Radiography
• In-house Laboratory, Antech Reference
• Monday-Friday schedule, NO weekends or major holidays

Contact us for more information! [email protected] and you can also watch a brief informational video here. We look forward to connecting with you!

About Robinson Hospital for Animals

Rapidly growing group of veterinary practices in the Midwest area looking to expand by adding ambitious veterinary professionals. As a family-owned, family-run business, we believe in hard work, and in the value of work-life balance. We are dedicated to making sure our veterinarians, technicians and staff are able to fulfill and advance themselves professionally -- and still be able to attend a child’s soccer game or have lunch with an aging parent. Good work, good life and promises kept: These are the things we value, and that's how we do business.

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