Rotating Equine Internship

Rotating Equine Internship

Thrive Pet Healthcare

Location: Snohomish, WA, 98290

Time Type: Intern

New Graduate Opportunity

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Description

Thrive Pet Healthcare is excited to offer a one-year Equine Rotating Internship at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital in Snohomish, Washington, beginning June 2027! Our established program combines hospital-based medicine with ambulatory practice, providing recent veterinary graduates with comprehensive training in equine medicine, surgery, emergency and critical care, and general equine practice.

Our team includes board-certified surgeons, an internal medicine specialist, and experienced equine veterinarians dedicated to teaching and mentoring the next generation of practitioners. As the only facility in the area with multiple board-certified equine specialists, Pilchuck offers a diverse caseload for our interns.

At Pilchuck, mentorship is central to the internship experience. We recognize that the transition from veterinary school to clinical practice is one of the most important stages in a veterinarian''s career. Interns work closely with experienced clinicians who provide guidance and support while encouraging progressive independence and clinical responsibility. Whether your goal is to pursue a residency or enter equine general or ambulatory practice, our program is designed to help you build the skills and confidence needed for a successful career.

What Makes Our Internship Program Stand Out?

• Comprehensive Clinical Training: Experience both hospital-based medicine and ambulatory practice, including surgery, internal medicine, emergency and critical care, and preventative medicine.
• Dedicated Mentorship: Learn alongside board-certified specialists and experienced equine veterinarians committed to your professional development.
• Meaningful Case Responsibility: Manage assigned cases under senior clinician supervision while developing clinical judgment and confidence.
• Advanced Facilities and Technology: Gain exposure to advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, anesthesia, intensive care, and specialized equine treatments.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Work alongside highly trained veterinary technicians, including treatment technicians available on-site 24/7.
• Individualized Learning: Our goal of accepting three interns annually allows us to provide focused mentorship and a balanced clinical experience.
• Career Development: Join an established program with a history of graduates advancing into equine practice and specialty residency programs.

Clinical Experience and Facilities

Interns maintain primary case responsibility under the supervision of senior clinicians. Responsibilities include daily patient assessments, diagnostic and treatment planning, medical record documentation, case presentations during daily rounds, anesthesia, and assisting with surgical and internal medicine procedures. Interns also participate in monthly journal clubs and gain ambulatory experience in dentistry, lameness examinations, reproduction, podiatry, and general equine practice.

Pilchuck offers extensive clinical resources, including two surgical suites with pillow recovery systems, a standing procedure room, a reference-quality laboratory, a covered lameness evaluation arena, and multiple treatment areas. Our hospital features 22 patient stalls, including three climate-controlled ICU stalls and a four-stall isolation facility, along with neonatal intensive care capabilities. Advanced equipment includes a 0.3 Tesla MRI, digital radiography and ultrasound, arthroscopy, laparoscopy, extracorporeal shock wave therapy, and specialized anesthesia and surgical equipment.

After-hours emergency coverage is shared among interns, with predetermined weekend time off and protected weekday and weeknight time off.

Learn more about our programs at https://careers.thrivepetcare.com/us/en/home#medical-exc. https://aaep.org/job/rotating-equine-internship-5/

Compensation and Benefits

Thrive Pet Healthcare supports our interns with a comprehensive package, including:

• $65,000 annual salary
• A schedule supporting two consecutive days off each week
• Dedicated orientation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• VIN and AVMA memberships
• State veterinary and DEA license reimbursement
• 60 hours of paid time off
• One-time NAVLE registration reimbursement up to $750
• Professional liability coverage
• Basic and Advanced Life Support online CPR training
• Surgical and endoscopy training opportunities
• Eligibility for life and long-term disability insurance
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Coverage of professional dues and expenses
• Relocation Allowance of $1,000
• CE support with attendance at a conference of your choice
• Ambulatory On-Call Compensation: Interns receive 90% of large animal ambulatory on-call fees.

Application Requirements

Candidates must have completed veterinary school, be eligible to obtain a veterinary license in Washington State, have a valid driver''s license, and be available to begin by June 14, 2027.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs. Thrive invests in its people-through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives-so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler- giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve.

Thrive Pet Healthcare has been recognized by Top Workplaces with Culture Excellence Awards for Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility. The Purpose & Values award reflects organizations that consistently live what they stand for, brought to life at Thrive through our commitment to shaping the future of pet wellbeing and our core values. These values guide how we work and how we care for pets, clients, and one another. The Work-Life Flexibility award recognizes our focus on making meaningful work sustainable, supporting our teams in balancing professional impact with life outside of work.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.

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