Overview
Join Horizon Veterinary Specialists, a 24/7 ER and specialty hospital where advanced medicine meets compassionate care. Our team includes critical care specialists and internists, working together in a collaborative, team-first culture. With cutting-edge tools like digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, mobile CT, and a fully equipped surgical suite, we’re prepared for the most urgent and complex cases. Located in beautiful Ventura, CA—just an hour from LA—you’ll enjoy sunny beaches, scenic hikes, and a vibrant arts scene. Whether you're catching waves at Rincon Beach or exploring Los Padres National Forest, Ventura offers the perfect work-life balance. At Horizon, every shift is a chance to grow, make a difference, and be part of a team that truly cares.
Ventura offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with stunning beaches, a vibrant arts scene, and a charming historic downtown. Nestled between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, it’s perfect for surfers, hikers, and creatives alike. Enjoy year-round sunshine, farmers markets, and a strong sense of community. With its blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, Ventura is ideal for those seeking balance, inspiration, and ocean breezes.
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Company Description Horizon Veterinary Specialists is a privately owned and rapidly growing, fast-paced emergency and specialty hospital located in beautiful Ventura, California. Horizon was founded in August of 2018 by five board certified veterinarians who want to inspire positive change in the veterinary community for their patients and for all the incredible professionals who dedicate themselves to veterinary medicine. With a state-of-the-art facility and a focus on positive, inclusive, and educational culture, the Horizon Partners have built a team of kind-hearted, dedicated, and motivated professionals to serve each other, our patients, and the community members of beautiful Ventura. Horizon’s emergency and critical care team provides services 24/7 to small animal patients of Ventura and the surrounding counties. Our emergency department supports walk- in emergencies as well as referrals from the primary veterinarian community. We have a large, fully equipped, multi-unit ICU with a separate room for isolation and a room just for cats. Our emergency department team is fortunate to have access to internal medicine services six days a week, for supportive services and consultation. To learn more about us click here! Job Description We’re looking for: 3rd or 4th Year Veterinary Students Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator Students looking to enhance their education through real world experiences We offer our Veterinary Student Externs: Flexible Scheduling Paid Externship Hours Future Employment Opportunity Preferences DVM Mentor Network 1:1 Mentorship and Guidance Qualifications Must be an Active Veterinary Student from an AVMA Accredited Institution. Additional Information WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin