Internship - Rotating – Small Animal
Rotating Small Animal Medicine/Surgery Internship
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital / Metropolitan Veterinary Referral Group
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital is a progressive, 24-hour emergency and referral center with locations in Akron and Cleveland Ohio. Your internship year at Metropolitan will be enriched with rotations in: Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, and Avian/Exotics. We can also provide elective rotations in Primary Care, Dermatology, Shelter Medicine, Zoo/Wildlife, among other fields to best augment your training upon request. With leading-edge technology at the forefront of our facilities, and an environment focused on teaching; you'll be positioned for success!
- Program Dates: 06/10/2024 - 06/15/2025
- Application Deadline: January 8, 2024 9:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Applied
-
Add to Favorites
Added to Favorites
- For-Profit Private Practice
- Akron, Ohio
- 10 Positions
- Salary: $50,000
- Suitable for New Graduates
- Program Contacts
- Program Website
- Video Tour
- Print/Save to PDF
- Program Dates: 06/10/2024 - 06/15/2025
- Application Deadline: January 8, 2024 9:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
Policies
Employment Requirements
- Pre-Employment Background Check Required
- State License Required
More Information - NAVLE Required for Licensure or to Start the Program
Who can this program hire?
- US Citizens
- US Permanent Residents
- Canadian Citizens
- Canadian Permanent Residents
- Mexican Citizens
- Mexican Permanent Residents
- Applicants who require Visa Sponsorship
Please note: Most visas require sponsorship from a program. If you are unsure about which work authorization is required or if you qualify, please contact the program before you apply.
Is the intern required to live a specific distance from the hospital?
Yes
Previous Experience Required
- None - Suitable for New Graduates
NAVLE Required for Licensure or to Start the Program
Yes
Do you accept graduates of non-AVMA Accredited/Recognized Colleges/Schools?
Is attendance at orientation required?
Yes
Is an orientation manual provided?
Yes
Compensation and Leave
Position Classification for Purpose of Salary & Benefits
Staff
Annual Salary
$50,000
See Cost of Living Information
Moonlighting Allowed?
No
Opportunity to earn additional cash compensation in this position?
Yes
Is this Position Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness?
No
Is the intern required to pay costs (e.g. tuition, fees, licenses, etc) upfront that will be reimbursed by the program?
Yes
Required Tuition & Fees
No
Vacation Leave Days Per Year
5
Sick Leave Days Per Year
5
Professional Leave Days Per Year
5
Maximum number of paid days for family/medical leave
5
Maximum number of unpaid days for family/medical leave
5
Medical Benefits & Supportive Services
Detailed Benefits Information
View
The program has provided a PDF document or link to detailed explanation of the provided benefits. You should consider the position classification listed in the section above as you review the benefit information.
Major medical insurance for intern
Intern Pays Some or All
Immediately on Date of Hire
Major medical insurance for domestic partners
Intern Pays Some or All
Outpatient mental health insurance
Available
Inpatient mental health insurance
Available
Group life insurance
Available
Dental insurance
Available
Vision insurance
Available
Disability insurance
Available
Does the program provide an on-site mental health counselor?
No
Is suicide prevention training available?
Yes
Other Benefits
Onsite Child Care
No
Subsidized Child Care
No
Moving Allowance
No
Housing Stipend
No
Parking
No Charge
Uniform/Scrubs
Paid by intern (Fully or Partially)
$250.00 stipend for uniforms
About this Internship
Type
Rotating – Small Animal
No
Average number of interns who started this program per year for the past 5 years
7
Average number of interns who completed this program per year for the past 5 years
6
Number of interns from this program who applied for a residency in the past 5 years
14
Number of interns from this program who accepted a residency in the past 5 years
6
Number of interns from this program who applied for a specialty internship in the past 5 years
9
Number of interns from this program who accepted a specialty internship in the past 5 years
8
Additional Information about this Program
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital is a progressive, 24-hour emergency and referral center with locations in Akron and Cleveland Ohio. Your internship year at Metropolitan will be enriched with rotations in: Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, and Avian/Exotics. We can also provide elective rotations in Primary Care, Dermatology, Shelter Medicine, Zoo/Wildlife, or other field of your choosing to best augment your training upon request. With leading-edge technology at the forefront of our facilities, you will be able to provide your patients superior care with our on-site reference lab (IDEXX), ultrasound, (standard and patient-side), echocardiography, digital radiography including dental, CT, MRI, fluoroscopy), flexible and rigid endoscopy, laparoscopy, arthroscopy, YAG laser, telemetry, and all the other standard critical care monitoring equipment necessary to provide gold standard care at a busy progressive 24-hour specialty hospital.At Metropolitan, we focus on teaching our Interns through multiple didactic rounds each week. Additionally, we offer numerous journal clubs, grand rounds, clinical pathology conferences, and resident-level courses. As part of the program, Interns are required to prepare a clinical pathology presentation, a technician CE presentation, a grand round presentation, and encouraged to submit a publication to a peer-reviewed journal.The Intern’s schedule is flexible and customizable, in line with your area of interest. Six elective weeks are built into the schedule to allow further concentration in the Intern’s area of primary clinical interest. These rotations can be onsite or offsite at a place of your choice. WE VALUE OUR INTERNS; therefore, we offer an industry high pay of $50,000 for the Internship year, coupled with the low cost of living in Ohio. Additionally, we provide $2,500 continuing education stipend to be used for off-site learning, books, equipment, etc. to help you in your training. Metropolitan will provide a portion of medical insurance, uniform allowance, and reimbursement for Ohio licensure.
Caseload
Caseload in Direct Support of Program
Annual Hospital Caseload
43,975
Average Daily Number of Outpatients
105
Average Daily Number of Inpatients
60
Average Daily Number of Surgical Procedures Performed
21
Average Daily Number of Patients Presented to the Emergency Service
68
Personnel
Direct Support - Personnel are in the building and available to the intern.
Diplomates
Diplomates may be full-time or part-time/consultant
Diplomates may be full-time or part-time/consultant
Diplomate
Full Time
Part Time
Diplomate
Full Time
Part Time
ABVP
1
ACVAA
1
ACVECC
2
ACVIM/CARD
3
ACVIM/INTMED
2
2
ACVIM/NEUR
2
ACVIM/ONC
4
ACVO
1
ACVR
1
ACVS
4
Number of Clinicians in Direct Support
35
Number of Residents in Direct Support
12
Number of Veterinary Technicians in Direct Support
87
Number of Intern in this Program
10
Number of Interns at this Hospital (Primary Work Site)
15
Number of Residents at this Hospital (Primary Work Site)
12
Number of Veterinary Technicians at this Hospital
87
Number of Veterinary Technicians Assigned to the Emergency Service per Shift
6
Number of Veterinary Technicians Assigned to the Intensive Care Unit per Shift
1
Work Schedule
Average hours per week on duty
60
Maximum consecutive hours on duty
12
Number of days per month assigned to daytime primary emergency
4
Number of days per month assigned to overnight primary emergency
7
Number of days per month assigned to on-call
7
Number of days per month assigned to first opinion (primary care) clinics
0
Number of days per month required to work at a secondary (satellite) clinic
0
Average number of 24-hour off-duty periods per week
2
Yes
Rotations
Required Rotations
Rotation
Required
Weeks
Weeks
Rotation
Required
Weeks
Weeks
Ambulatory
0
Anesthesia
1
Avian/Exotics/Zoo
1
Cardiology
2
Clinical Pathology
0
Day Emergency
12
Dentistry
0
Dermatology
0
General Surgery
0
Intensive/Critical Care
3
Internal Medicine
3
Neurology
2
Oncology
2
Ophthalmology
3
Orthopedic
2
Overnight Emergency
12
Radiology
0
Soft Tissue
2
Urgent Care
0
Total Number of Elective Weeks Available per Year
6
Elective Rotations
- Anesthesia
- Avian/Exotics/Zoo
- Cardiology
- Clinical Pathology
- Day Emergency
- Dentistry
- Dermatology
- General Surgery
- Intensive/Critical Care
- Internal Medicine
- Neurology
- Oncology
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopedic
- Overnight Emergency
- Radiology
- Soft Tissue
- Urgent Care
Are elective rotations outside the hospital allowed?
Yes
Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Does the intern have primary case care responsibility for first-opinion and emergency/critical care cases?
Yes
Is the intern the primary surgeon on a broad range of elective and entry-level procedures?
Yes
Does the intern have primary case care responsibility for complex cases with supervision by a boarded specialist?
Yes
Are patient rounds held daily with a boarded specialist in attendance?
Yes
What is the percentage of time the intern will be directly supervised by a veterinarian during regular office hours?
100%
What is the percentage of time the intern will be directly supervised by a veterinarian during after-hours?
80%
Didactic Training
Are teaching rounds held weekly?
Yes
Is the intern required to deliver a professional presentation or seminar to senior clinicians and peers?
Yes
Does the intern have an opportunity to attend a professional meeting?
Yes
Is financial support provided to attend a professional meeting?
Yes
Is the intern required to submit a manuscript for publication?
No
Educational Benefits
Does the program have a formal mentoring program?
Yes
Will a mentor who is a veterinarian in the hospital be assigned?
Yes
Is a formal program to develop teaching skills provided?
No
Does the program have a formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork?
No
Does the program provide debt management/financial counseling?
No
Facility
Does the intern have access to search engines for scientific literature and online journals?
Yes
Does the primary hospital have an intensive care unit?
Yes
Equipment/Technology
- Arthroscopy
- Basic clinical laboratory equipment
- Blood Bank
- Blood Gas Analysis
- Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Bone Plating Equipment
- CT Scan
- Dental Radiography
- Diagnostic Laboratory
- Digital Radiography
- Echocardiography
- Endoscopy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Surgery Equipment
- MRI
- Nuclear Medicine
- Paperless Medical Record
- PET/CT
- Point of care clinical laboratory equipment
- Ultrasonography
Location
Primary Work Site
1053 S Cleveland Massillon Rd, Akron, OH 44321, USA
Satellite Work Sites
- 734 Alpha Dr, Highland Heights, OH 44143, USA
About the Area
The Cleveland-Akron area boasts with a variety of museums, music venues, sporting events, esteemed restaurants, along with vast outdoor activities, including scenic Cuyahoga Valley National Park system.
Cost of Living Information
Total Monthly Expected Spending for Akron, OH Area
| Household Type | Monthly Spending | National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Married Couple with Children Under 6 | $5,703 | $6,596 |
| Married Couple with Children 6-17 | $6,735 | $7,749 |
| Home Owner | $6,114 | $7,286 |
| Renter | $3,618 | $4,146 |
Average Prices for Akron, OH Area
| Item | Price | National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Grocery | ||
| Steak | $13.00 | $13.74 |
| Ground Beef | $5.22 | $5.32 |
| Sausage | $4.34 | $4.93 |
| Frying Chicken | $1.24 | $1.59 |
| Chunk Light Tuna | $0.99 | $1.20 |
| Whole Milk | $3.35 | $3.59 |
| Eggs | $4.36 | $3.43 |
| Margarine | $1.60 | $1.50 |
| Parmesan Cheese | $4.42 | $4.43 |
| Potatoes | $6.56 | $4.15 |
| Bananas | $0.64 | $0.66 |
| Lettuce | $1.25 | $1.88 |
| Bread | $5.08 | $3.95 |
| Fresh Orange Juice | $4.79 | $4.18 |
| Coffee | $6.80 | $5.57 |
| Sugar | $3.44 | $3.41 |
| Corn Flakes | $5.06 | $4.93 |
| Sweet Peas | $1.54 | $1.50 |
| Peaches | $2.61 | $2.31 |
| Facial Tissues | $2.26 | $2.10 |
| Detergent | $20.55 | $19.96 |
| Cooking Oil | $6.13 | $6.27 |
| Frozen Meal | $3.85 | $3.50 |
| Frozen Corn | $2.04 | $1.60 |
| Potato Chips | $3.29 | $3.56 |
| Soft Drink | $3.37 | $2.46 |
| Housing | ||
| Apartment Rent | $1,091.00 | $1,440.00 |
| Home Price | $245,679.00 | $469,810.00 |
| Utilities | ||
| Total Energy | $130.66 | $185.44 |
| Phone | $186.25 | $192.26 |
| Transportation | ||
| Tire Balance | $55.42 | $58.49 |
| Gasoline | $3.97 | $3.80 |
| Healthcare | ||
| Optometrist Visit | $109.61 | $121.80 |
| Doctor Visit | $103.65 | $129.92 |
| Dentist Visit | $102.66 | $111.85 |
| Ibuprofen | $10.86 | $10.48 |
| Prescription Drug | $347.49 | $464.38 |
| Miscellaneous | ||
| Hamburger | $6.12 | $5.31 |
| Pizza | $10.69 | $11.88 |
| Fried Chicken | $5.38 | $4.86 |
| Haircut | $16.36 | $23.15 |
| Beauty Salon | $40.10 | $44.29 |
| Toothpaste | $2.99 | $3.13 |
| Shampoo | $1.33 | $1.20 |
| Dry Cleaning | $20.76 | $15.67 |
| Man Dress Shirt | $29.84 | $35.56 |
| Boy Jeans | $17.75 | $27.46 |
| Women Slacks | $21.49 | $34.46 |
| Washer Repair | $74.72 | $90.71 |
| Newspaper | $12.77 | $11.63 |
| Movie | $9.86 | $11.86 |
| Yoga | $16.32 | $17.45 |
| Tennis Balls | $3.59 | $3.19 |
| Veterinary Services | $49.54 | $62.73 |
| Beer | $10.18 | $10.31 |
| Wine | $13.37 | $11.02 |
Index and average prices are based on data gathered between Q22022 - Q22023. For more information on the methodology, please visit the C2ER Cost of Living Index website (www.coli.org).
Apply
Prerequisites
All prerequisites must be met by 06/10/2024 unless stated otherwise by the program.
- Graduate of AVMA accredited/recognized college/school of veterinary medicine
- State License Required
More Information - NAVLE Required
Work Authorization
This program will consider qualified applicants with the following work authorization
- US Citizens
- US Permanent Residents
- Canadian Citizens
- Canadian Permanent Residents
- Mexican Citizens
- Mexican Permanent Residents
If you have questions regarding your eligibility for this program, contact [email protected] before you apply.
Standard VIRMP Application Packet
This program will receive your Standard VIRMP Application Packet when you apply. For more information about the application packet, please click here.
Additional Program Requirements
-
Undergraduate Transcripts Required
Send undergraduate transcripts to [email protected] no later than January 8, 2024 9:00 PM Eastern Standard Time or include in your application packet.
Program Director
Josh E. Collins, DVM, DACVS-SA
[email protected]
Contact Person for More Information
Jeni Smith
[email protected]
Contact a Current Intern in this Program
Please email Jeni Smith at [email protected] for current intern contact information.
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital / Metropolitan Veterinary Referral Group
1053 S. Cleveland Massillon Rd
Akron, Ohio 44321
Phone: 330-666-2976
http://www.metropolitanvet.com/careers
Akron, Ohio 44321
Phone: 330-666-2976
http://www.metropolitanvet.com/careers