Urban Livestock and Equine Veterinary Services, AZ

Description of Elective Experience: 

Private practice, family owned true mixed animal practice in Arizona. We are ambulatory as well as I clinic. Hands on mentorship will be provided and is very important to the clinic owners and doctors. Students will be challenged but also get experience working with multiple species. 

Institutional and Educational Resources - staffing, equipment, etc.: 

Digital and portable radiology 

Ultrasound 

Small and large animal dentistry 

Surgery 

2 doctors 

2 technicians

2 reception 

1 office manager  

 

Student Responsibilities - what is expected of students in terms of hours, days of the week, shadowing or actual support?: 

We expect students to show up excited to learn, dressed professionally, on time, and with an open mind. We want students to get as much hands on as possible when appropriate so it is important for then to review the schedule in advance and to study topics when needed. Typically it will be a 4 day work week minimum 8 to 10 hour days but can be more days if desired. 

Student Housing (include costs, amenities, pet friendly, contact info if different from elective contact info): 

Staff members do offer housing if desired. 10 minutes from clinic. Single room and bathroom set up. Housing is shared with staff member family. Pets unfortunately are not allowed at this time. 

Supervisor: 
Racheal McKinney
Website: 
Urbanlivestockvet.com
Address: 
1927 E Southwood Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
United States
Practice or Institution Type: 
Is student housing available?: 
Yes
Hours of supervision by a licensed veterinarian per week: 
40 minimum