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GAIN REAL-WORLD VET TEcH EXPERIENCE
Mission Pet Health's Vet Tech Externship Program is designed to bridge the gap between your academic knowledge and real-world clinical practice. You'll receive invaluable onsite experience and mentorship, helping you refine your technical abilities and develop the professional skills essential for a successful career in veterinary medicine.
Working for SVP has allowed me to grow into new roles that I otherwise would not have had the opportunity to explore.
LIZZIE STOWE
SVP Home Office
Birmingham, AL
I love my job because of our clients and patients and work family. I'm very grateful for my team and management for believing and trusting me to help lead our team to success.
SHANNON AARON
Stewart Animal Clinic
Warrior, AL
The veterinary profession is the greatest profession for me. The profession allows me to work with animals, people and medicine.
DR. ANDY SOKOL
Caldwell Mill Animal Clinic
Birmingham, AL
I love my job because I know I am truly appreciated for my medical and leadership skills by my staff, my peers and SVP. Plus, I get to be ME!
DR. MARLAINA NELSON
Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital
Montgomery, AL
Students / Veterinary Technician Student Externship
DVM PROGRAMS & RESOURCES
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Working for SVP has allowed me to grow into new roles that I otherwise would not have had the opportunity to explore.
LIZZIE STOWE
SVP Home Office
Birmingham, AL
I love my job because of our clients and patients and work family. I'm very grateful for my team and management for believing and trusting me to help lead our team to success.
SHANNON AARON
Stewart Animal Clinic
Warrior, AL
The veterinary profession is the greatest profession for me. The profession allows me to work with animals, people and medicine.
DR. ANDY SOKOL
Caldwell Mill Animal Clinic
Birmingham, AL
I love my job because I know I am truly appreciated for my medical and leadership skills by my staff, my peers and SVP. Plus, I get to be ME!
DR. MARLAINA NELSON
Taylor Crossing Animal Hospital
Montgomery, AL
Accepting All Years
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Put your skills into practice within our dynamic and supportive hospital environments. You will work alongside our experienced credentialed veterinary technicians, veterinarians, and hospital teams who are strongly committed to your growth and learning.
Enhance your practical skills in patient assessment, treatment, and monitoring
Assist with a variety of diagnostic and surgical procedures under expert supervision.
Gain direct experience in general practice, with specialty and emergency opportunities available.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
We are looking for passionate and dedicated students who are eager to learn and contribute to a team environment. This externship is a vital step in your professional journey, and we are excited to support you along the way!
Currently enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology or veterinary nursing program.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A positive attitude and a passion for animal care.
Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
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ABOUT THE EXTERNSHIP
Meet the Facilitators
Curtis Stiles, DVM, DAVDC
Veterinarian
Veterinary Dental Clinic of North Carolina
Durham, NC
Dr. Stiles is excited to be part of the Veterinary Dental Clinic of North Carolina team. In 2002, Dr. Stiles graduated from North America’s oldest continuously running veterinary school, the Ontario Veterinary College. After being in private practice for a short period of time, he decided to pursue additional training. His aptitude for dentistry was strong, and he was accepted into a residency program to continue his dentistry training full-time.
After completing his Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery Residency at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia in 2006, Dr. Stiles became a Board Certified Veterinary Dentist™ in 2009. He has experience as an Assistant Professor at the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine and brings a love of teaching with him. From tooth extractions and endodontics to extensive oral surgery for fracture stabilization and oral mass removals, Dr. Stiles enjoys helping feline and canine patients with their oral issues.
Dr. Stiles lives with his wife, three children, three dogs, and three cats. He enjoys cooking, gardening, and camping.
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Curtis Stiles, DVM, DAVDC
Dr. Stiles is excited to be part of the Veterinary Dental Clinic of North Carolina team. In 2002, Dr. Stiles graduated from North America’s oldest continuously running veterinary school, the Ontario Veterinary College. After being in private practice for a short period of time, he decided to pursue additional training. His aptitude for dentistry was strong, and he was accepted into a residency program to continue his dentistry training full-time.
After completing his Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery Residency at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia in 2006, Dr. Stiles became a Board Certified Veterinary Dentist™ in 2009. He has experience as an Assistant Professor at the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine and brings a love of teaching with him. From tooth extractions and endodontics to extensive oral surgery for fracture stabilization and oral mass removals, Dr. Stiles enjoys helping feline and canine patients with their oral issues.
Dr. Stiles lives with his wife, three children, three dogs, and three cats. He enjoys cooking, gardening, and camping.
Veterinarian
Veterinary Dental Clinic of North Carolina
Durham, NC
Jessica Johnson, DVM, DAVDC
Dr. Johnson was raised in Southlake, Texas. She graduated from Texas A&M's College of Veterinary Medicine with honors in 2008. She spent the first decade of her career in small animal general practice where she gained experience in small animal day practice, emergency practice, and relief. Following her passion for dentistry, Dr. Johnson completed a dental residency with Dr. Heidi Lobprise, DVM, DAVDC in 2020. As a resident, she published original research in the Journal of Veterinary Dentistry titled: Characterization and Classification of Keratinized Odontogenic Cysts in 29 Dogs. In 2022, she joined the American Veterinary Dental College as a Board Certified Veterinary Dentist. Dr. Johnson is committed to providing evidence-based, high-quality care to the dogs and cats of North Texas. It is important to her to examine each case individually, understanding that many patients have multiple health problems, but they are often still able to safely receive necessary procedures to alleviate pain and infection. Her goal is to examine her patient, assess their health, and work with pet owners to determine the best treatment plan. Dr. Johnson is passionate about dental education for both clients and veterinarians. She leads the Dental Fundamentals lecture series for veterinarians in general practice who want to learn more about practicing veterinary dentistry and improve their proficiency. Dr. Johnson has three children and one rambunctious shepherd-mix named Biscuit.
Veterinarian
Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of North Texas | Flower Mound, TX
STUDENT CONSULTANT PROGRAM
Each year, Mission selects ambitious, community-driven veterinary students to participate in our paid student consultant program.
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