Windrose Animal Hospital is a bustling practice that offers general and urgent care services in the Cranberry Township area. We are inviting you to join us as an extern. This excellent opportunity will teach students how to practice top-notch medicine, gain valuable hands-on clinical experience, and enrich the lives of patients and clients along the way. Led by Dr. RJ Skalos, one of the top-rated veterinarians in the Pittsburgh area, students will gain real-life, “in the trenches” experience, gather patient information and history, perform physical exams, create treatment plans, diagnostics, and surgical & dentistry services.

What Makes This Opportunity Special?

• Customizable 2-to-4-week program depending on student’s schedule.
• Externship stipend (clinic year), paid housing, and lifetime subscription of Pocket Prep.
• Newly renovated, cutting-edge hospital in a picturesque location just north of Pittsburgh
• Talented & experienced operations and clinical teams to help foster a tight-knit community atmosphere, both among staff and clients
• Engaging, supportive, and collaborative environment.
• Ultrasound, DR conventional & dental radiography, CT (coming soon!), Endoscopy, and flexibility to integrate specialty services (coming soon!)

About the Hospital

• Expanded and renovated in 2021 with another expansion under development and planned for completion in 2024!  
• General and Dental Surgery including DR conventional and Dental X-ray
• Ultrasound, Endoscopy, and CT (coming soon!)
• Surgical suite equipped with electrocautery and Voyant (similar to ligasure) surgical systems
• Radiography, EMR, and flexibility to integrate specialty services
• 10 exam rooms to offer clients a variety of services including exotics
• 2.5:1 support staff ratio
• Excellent work-life balance with no after-hour or on-call requirements
• Proud partners of the Pittsburgh Penguins*

Location

Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. We are located 30 minutes from whatever style of living you want regardless of if it is urban, suburban, or rural! The hospital is in a rapidly growth and developing area that provides a dynamic and welcoming environment for residents of all ages. You’ll find well-planned neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a diverse economy that provides ample employment opportunities. Enjoy the abundance of recreational amenities, including parks, sporting facilities, and vibrant community events. Cranberry Township’s strategic location, just a short drive from Pittsburgh (<30 minutes), ensures easy access to big-city amenities while allowing you to savor the charm and quality of life that this friendly township offers. Whether you're seeking a place to raise a family or a vibrant community to call home, Cranberry Township is ideal.

About Windrose Animal Hospital

Partnership means family, and taking care of your family starts with building the best leadership team possible. Who We Are True Partners We are true Partners for your unique journey ahead. We are your peers and equals. We bring perspective and experience to the table while also relying on your insight to shape the trajectory of our growing organization. World-class Management Team A world-class Management Team with decades of collective experience in veterinary medicine and practice management. Many of our team members left the largest corporate veterinary consolidators to join our more personal, flexible organization. Distinguished Board of Directors A distinguished Board of Directors that offers priceless insight, learned from deep involvement in the veterinary space. Our Board and Management Team work in harmony to tackle the behind-the-scenes challenges that stand between you and your goals.

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