Village Center Veterinary Care, CO

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Description of Elective Experience: 

Small Animal Practice covering Reproduction, Dentistry, Exotics, Wellness, and Surgery.  WE also have General practice involving dermatology, wellness, etc.

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

We have 5 full time Veterinarians with one primarily devoted to reproduction.  One of our veterinarians sees different exotics.  We have a staff of over 30 employees -  Registered Vet Techs, Vet Assistants, Customer Service Specialists and a Management Team.  Our equipment is state of the art.  We have a brand facility 1 year old of over 7500 square feet.  The owner of the clinic has owned two practices prior.  We have been at this location since 2015.  We offer mentorships, internships, externships and preceptorships.  Most of our students come from Auburn.  Our staff is very used to teaching and enjoy the opportunity.

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

The student would work approximately 40 hours per week and primarily Monday to Friday.  

Supervisor: 
Patty Olney
Website: 
VillageCenterVet.com
Contact email: 
Address: 
755 Village Center Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
United States
Is student housing available?: 
No