Banfield Veterinarian Externship

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. BANFIELD EXTERNSHIP The pay ranges listed below reflects a general hiring range for each state, with the specific rate determined based on the candidateu2019s experience, skill level, and may vary depending on location and applicable minimum wage laws. California: $19.71 - $23.46/hr Colorado: $17.93 - 19.71/hr Connecticut: $20.70 - $21.59/hr Illinois: $18.82 - $20.70/hr Rhode Island: $19.71/hr Maryland: $17.93 - $21.59/hr Minnesota: $19.71/hr Nevada: $18.82 - 19.71/hr New Jersey: $20.70 - $21.59/hr Puerto Rico: $17.93/hr Rhode Island: $19.71/hr Washington State: $18.82 - $21.59/hr Washington DC: $21.59 Other states: $16.94 - $23.46/hr SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE AND FUNCTION The primary purpose and function of the Extern is to u2018shadowu2019 the mentor veterinarian in order to observe and take part in clinical procedures and to gain various firsthand veterinary experience and knowledge. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS u00b7 Live and exemplify the Five Principles of Mars, Inc. within self and team. u00b7 Meet with mentor to identify program expectations and create learning goals. u00b7 Learn all aspects of hospital organization and function by observing and participating in procedures with the mentor doctor. u00b7 Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs. u00b7 Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes performing procedures that do not require veterinarian assistance (depending on skill level), performing surgical procedures in the presence of mentor veterinarian, completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, monitoring hospitalized or surgical pets. u00b7 Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the veterinarian to ensure the best quality pet care. u00b7 Mentor and be mentored through the objectives of the Externship Program. u00b7 Other job duties as assigned. THE FIVE PRINCIPLES u00b7 Quality u2013 The consumer is our boss, quality is our work and value for money is our goal. u00b7 Responsibility u2013 As individuals, we demand total responsibility from ourselves; as associates, we support the responsibility of others. u00b7 Mutuality u2013 A mutual benefit is a shared benefit; a shared benefit will endure. u00b7 Efficiency u2013 We use resources to the full, waste nothing and do only what we can do best. u00b7 Freedom u2013 We need freedom to shape our future; we need profit to remain free. HIRING QUALIFICATIONS / COMPETENCIES Leadership u2022 Action-Oriented u2022 Integrity & Trust u2022 Peer Relationships u2022 Listening Functional u2022 Priority Setting u2022 Communication Skills u2022 Personal Learning u2022 Composure CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE (CAN DO) u00b7 Ability to multi-task u2013 Manages multiple tasks at one time; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks under distracting conditions without loss of accuracy or appearance of frustration. u00b7 Communication skills u2013 Reads, writes and speaks fluent English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. Correctly spells commonly used English words and job specific terms. Demonstrates exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills. u00b7 Organizational ability u2013 Demonstrates a systematic approach in carrying out assignments. Is very orderly and excels at cutting through confusion and turning chaos into order. u00b7 Problem solving skills u2013 Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems. Unusually decisive in handling difficult problems. Translates problems into practical solutions. u00b7 Client service skills u2013 Consistently ensures the team provides the client with attentive, courteous and informative service. Gains and shows personal satisfaction from delivering great service. u00b7 Intellectual ability u2013 Accurately and consistently follows instructions delivered in an oral, written or diagram format. Can provide directions. u00b7 Mathematical ability u2013 Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and to compute rate, ratio and percent; ability to convert units of measurement. u00b7 Computer skills u2013 Comfortably and confidently uses a computer and specialized software. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc. u00b7 Leadership skills u2013 Ability to lead and manage projects with a sense of urgency to get results. Ability to successfully supervise, coach and mentor others. Displays positive attitude toward all practice protocols, procedures, and systems. ATTITUDES (WILL DO) u00b7 Initiative u2013 Shows willingness and aptitude to use own discretion in taking appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done. u00b7 Integrity u2013 Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Banfield Pet Hospitals. Exhibits honesty, discretion, and sound judgment. u00b7 Cooperativeness u2013 Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others. u00b7 Flexibility u2013 Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned. u00b7 Independence u2013 Able and willing to perform tasks and duties without supervision. u00b7 Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency u2013 Maintains a positive u201ccan dou201d outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS u00b7 Ability to be confident around pets (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.) u00b7 Client needs and work volume may often require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties of this job. This position requires special hours including working weekends and evenings. u00b7 The noise level in the work environment is moderately high. u00b7 Requires sufficient ambulatory skills in order to perform duties while at hospital. u00b7 Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. u00b7 Requires good hand-eye coordination, finger-hand-arm dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment. u00b7 Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. u00b7 Associate is routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards and medication/controlled substances. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING u00b7 Bacheloru2019s degree in veterinary medicine or related area required. u00b7 Enrolled in a DVM/VMD program at a college of veterinary medicine. BENEFITS + Sick Time: In localities covered by our Sick Plans, eligible Associates will accrue Sick Time based on their hours worked. Associates may accumulate up to Plan maximums, unless state or local law requires otherwise. Hours are carried over from one year to the next on January 31st. Any hours over the Plan limits at that time will be forfeited, unless state or local law requires otherwise. WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Banfield Pet Hospitalu00ae strongly supports and values the uniqueness of all individuals and promotes a work environment where diversity is embraced. Banfield Pet Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. Banfield Pet Hospital complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every Banfield location. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity enables us to live our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.

Created: 2026-02-09