Who is VetEvolve?
VetEvolve is a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.
Guided by our values: Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.
Veterinary Student Externship
About the hospital: Walkersville Veterinary Clinic located in Walkersville, Maryland has been proudly serving Frederick and surrounding counties since 1969. Our clinic started as a small, three-room practice and has grown into a thriving veterinary hospital with a dedicated team of professionals and thousands of loyal clients. We offer comprehensive services, including small and large animal care, with a strong emphasis on community and quality care. We are seeking a compassionate new graduate or experienced veterinarian to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to providing exceptional care and building lasting relationships with our clients and their pets.
Highlights:
- Established Legacy: Serving Frederick and surrounding counties for over 45 years! Comprehensive Care: Provides a full range of services for small and large animals, including canine, feline, equine, bovine, and small ruminant
- Community Focused: Deep commitment to building long-term relationships with clients and their pets.
- Experienced Team: A dedicated group of 4 skilled veterinarians, supported by an experienced team of veterinary technicians and receptionists.
- Low Turnover: We pride ourselves on maintaining a positive and collaborative work culture. Our dedicated support staff has been us for over 15 years!
- Modern Facilities: Well-equipped clinic providing advanced medical, surgical, and dental care.
- Excellent mentorship opportunities with our Support From The Start program, tailored for new graduate veterinarians looking to join and grow with us.
What we offer externs:
- Stipend to offset the cost of housing and travel
- Mentorship from eager and experienced veterinarians
- Opportunities to connect with multiple VetEvolve practices
Why VetEvolve:
- VetEvolve's Support from the Start program is designed to provide new veterinarians with mentorship, hands-on training, and a customized post-grad experience to build a strong foundation. This includes assigned mentors, individualized mentorship plans, and opportunities for specialized training and continued education to help you develop your skills and confidence while fostering a healthy work-life balance.
- Industry leading Veterinarian and support staff retention rates - Hear why our Veterinarians are "Happy Here" on our videos page.
- We invest in our team members’ professional growth and mental wellbeing, and many of our team members hold Compassion Fatigue Professional certifications.
- We live by our core values: Serve, Evolve, and Trust.
- “They allow me the freedom to practice as I see fit…We can make almost all of our main decisions ourselves, at the clinic level. Their up front focus on honesty and improving over time keeps surprising me each time they demonstrate it. Veterinary medicine is not always the prettiest, easiest, happiest, or most satisfying line of work as we all know, but I can't imagine doing it for any other group. VetEvolve has been able to retain a small feel over time, as it grows, which is huge for me.” - VetEvolve network DVM. Reach out to us to hear more from our Veterinarians about how we strive to provide team members environments where they feel “Happy Here”.
- Repeat winner of Virginia’s Best Places to Work (we are based in Virginia).
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited Veterinary School (VMD or DVM degree path)
Apply here or contact Ashley Anderson at anderson@vetevolve.com for more information.
Ready to Learn More?
We look forward to learning about your unique priorities and goals and working together with our local hospital teams to support you.
