Externdships
Externdships
Pioneer Equine Hospital offers externships for veterinary students regardless of class year. Externships can vary in duration, but we encourage a stay of two weeks (shorter duration stays can be arranged for students interested in our internship). We provide housing (free of charge) with a full kitchen and satellite television for up to six externs at one time. The externships are very educational and interactive; externs will offer assistance with out-patient and hospitalized cases, as well as provide support during business and after-hours emergencies. This provides a unique opportunity for veterinary students to gain a great deal of practical experience in a clinical equine private practice and observe the daily operations of an equine hospital.
Students must provide their own transportation to and from the clinic. If traveling from out of state, most students will fly in and out of Sacramento International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Oakland International Airport, San Jose International Airport, or Modesto Municipal Airport. Greyhound bus lines and taxi services can also be utilized to provide transportation to our clinic.
Externs will be assigned daily to one of the associates or surgeons. Externs will assist associate and intern veterinarians with daily clinical responsibilities involved in treating hospitalized patients and outpatient appointments. Students will have ample time to assist with general anesthesia and surgical observation. Additionally, externs are encouraged to spend time at our reproductive center (1.5 miles from our main hospital) and on ambulatory calls to ensure they have experienced all aspects of Pioneer Equine Hospital.