The primary purpose of our Veterinary Student Externship is to provide a hands-on learning experience for 3rd and 4th year students who are enrolled in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program. The program is typically scheduled for 2-week blocks at our hospital. We feel that the students who possess an open mind and a willingness to learn will benefit the most from our externship.
The Veterinary Student Extern is responsible for performing inpatient and outpatient medical care under the direct supervision of our veterinary staff. They will be expected to perform in-house diagnostic tests (hematology, chemistry, and radiology) with competence, perform routine client education, and to assist in surgical procedures.
Participants in the Veterinary Extern Program must currently be enrolled in an AVMA-accredited Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program.
Southside Animal Clinic is a multi-doctor, AAHA accredited hospital serving the Jacksonville, Florida community that prides themselves on their customer service and community outreach. Most recently, Southside became a company-wide winner of AVG's Hospital of the Year Award.
Our practice offers modern equipment including digital x-ray, dental rads, ultrasound, electronic medical records (AVImark), and therapy laser. Our team believes in using fear free and cat friendly approaches, while providing quality veterinary care. Our hospital is just a short trip from the beach, allowing us to enjoy practicing veterinary medicine while soaking up the sunshine in beautiful Florida.
