Dr. Dan's Animal Hospital - DVM/VMD Extern

Who is VetEvolve?

VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams. 

Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Veterinary Student Externship

About the hospital:Dr. Dan's Animal Hospital, located in sunny Vero Beach, Florida, is looking for a DVM/VMD Student Extern! DDAH is a well-established, community-focused practice dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. We’re seeking a veterinarian who shares our commitment to excellence and is excited to join a collaborative, supportive team in a modern, well-equipped facility. As pet owners ourselves, we understand the deep bond between pets and their families. That's why we prioritize treating every patient with dignity, kindness, and respect. Our team of qualified professionals is dedicated to creating a loving environment where both pets and their owners feel valued and cared for. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine and looking to grow your career in a practice that values compassion, excellence, and community, we would love to hear from you.

Highlights:

• Three experienced veterinarians and nine skilled support staff, including two dedicated surgery technicians and multiple veterinary assistants
• Strong technician-to-doctor ratio ensures efficient and effective patient care
• Exceptionally low staff turnover, reflecting a positive and nurturing work environment
• Specializing in high-quality companion animal care
• Well-established and respected in the Vero Beach community
• Modern facility equipped with advanced diagnostics and on-site laboratory
• Loyal client base that values long-term relationships and personalized service
• Emphasis on preventative care, client education, and gold-standard medicine
• Opportunity to collaborate with Dr. Dan, a compassionate and highly respected leader in veterinary care

Why consider an externship with Dr. Dan's?

• Mentorship from multiple strong veterinarians who are excited to welcome a student
• Team has strong clinical skills in the areas of wellness, dentistry, and surgery
• Learn about behavior consultations
• Excellent culture, collaborative environment, and low turnover

What we offer externs:

• Stipend to offset the cost of housing and travel
• Opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices

Why VetEvolve:

• VetEvolve's Support from the Start program is designed to provide new veterinarians with mentorship, hands-on training, and a customized post-grad experience to build a strong foundation. This includes assigned mentors, individualized mentorship plans, and opportunities for specialized training and continued education to help you develop your skills and confidence while fostering a healthy work-life balance.
• Industry leading Veterinarian and support staff retention rates - Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our videos page.
• We invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing, and many of our team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
• We live by our core values: Serve, Evolve, and Trust.
• “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our Veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here”.
• Repeat winner of Virginia’s Best Places to Work (we are based in Virginia).

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path)

Apply here or contact Ashley Anderson at [email protected] for more information.

Ready to Learn More?

We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.