OVMA Student Mentorship Program - 2008
For Veterinarians
For Students
We will update this page as new mentorship opportunities are received.
Updated 5.5.08
Questions? Contact the OVMA at (800) 235-3502 or via e-mail.
Portland Metro Area
Gladstone Veterinary Clnic FILLED
Tanya ten Broeke DVM
18420 SE McLoughlin Blvd.
Milwaukie, OR 97267
Web site: www.gladstonevets.com
To apply: Contact Wanda Crisp or Dr. McDaneld by phone at (503) 653-6621.
Small animal and exotic practice, with four veterinarians. We focus on high-quality medicine and surgery, pain control, client education, in-house lab work. Ultrasound provided in the clinic through VDIC. We mentored a student last year and are excited to work with a student this year.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 50%
- Cats: 40%
- Exotics: 10%
Financial compensation (approximate): $8-9/hour DOE.
Housing available: No.
The Cat Doctor
Marla McGeorge DVM
4407 SW Corbett Avenue
Portland, OR 97239
Web site: www.thecatdoctor.net
To apply: Contact Dr. McGeorge by e-mail at thecatdoctor@thecatdoctor.net
One doctor, small feline only practice, with an emphasis on internal medicine, management of chronic diseases, geriatric health, and behavioral problems.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Cats: 100%
Financial compensation (approximate): $12 per hour for a 20 to 40 hour work week.
Housing available: Yes.
The Dalles Veterinary Hospital
Dan C. Davidson DVM and Wallace W. Wolf DVM
408 W. 3rd Street
The Dalles, OR 97058
Phone: (541) 296-9191
To apply: Contact the doctors by phone or e-mail at
tdvet@gorge.net
Well-established mixed animal practice in the Columbia River Gorge. Service-oriented, with flexible emergency hours. Growing rural college town. We are a three-clinic practice.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 50%
- Cats: 33%
- Exotics: 1%
- Horses: 10%
- Cattle: 5%
- Ruminants: <1%
- Swine: 1%
Financial compensation (approximate): $10 per hour.
Housing available: Yes.
Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital
Laird Goodman DVM
14831 SW Teal Blvd.
Beaverton, OR 97007
Web site: www.murrayhillvethospital.com
To apply: Contact Dr. Goodman by e-mail at bradell@murrayhillvethospital.com or by phone at (503) 579-3300.
Five doctor practice. AAHA-accredited with honors. Well-equipped, excellent staff and clients.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 50%
- Cats: 50%
Financial compensation (approximate): $400 per week.
Housing available: No.
Fremont Veterinary Hospital
R. Preston Ross DVM or Connie White DVM
5055 NE Fremont St.
Portland, OR 97213
Web site: www.fremontvet.com
To apply: Contact the doctors by phone at (503) 282-0991 or by mail.
We have been providing comprehensive, compassionate medical and surgical care for more than 30 years. We are a six-doctor, AAHA accredited, full-service practice.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 50%
- Cats: 45%
- Exotics: 5%
Financial compensation (approximate): $10 per hour.
Housing available: No.
Tigard Animal Hospital
Ken Genova DVM
13599 SW Pacific Hwy., Suite C.
Tigard, OR 97223
Web site: www.tigardanimalhospital.com
To apply: Contact the doctor by phone at (503) 684-3132.
Large solo and occasional PT small animal practice. We average 45 to 50 transactions per day with 10 to 20 surgeries per day. We see a lot of allergy cases, as they are a special interest of mine. The average client transaction is $110.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 49.5%
- Cats: 49.5%
Financial compensation (approximate): $10 per hour.
Housing available: No.
Hart Road Animal Hospital
Kiki Bennett DVM and Patti Smith DVM
16400 SW Hart Rd.
Beaverton, OR 97007
Web site: www.hartroadanimalhospital.com
To apply: Contact the doctors by e-mail at hartroadanimal@comcast.net
We are a high quality small animal practice that is very committed to the client-animal bond. We have 1.5 veterinarians on staff, and an excellent clientele. Small clinic, eager to teach.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 60%
- Cats: 40%
Financial compensation (approximate): Possibly. Open for discussion.
Housing available: No.
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Willamette Valley
Ark Animal Hospital
Jilinda Lewis-Simpson DVM
1100 Applegate St. / PO Box 428
Philomath, OR 97370
To apply: Contact Dr. Lewis-Simpson by phone at (541) 929-5061 or by e-mail at
jilinda@philomathvet.com.
We are a progressive mixed but primarily small animal hospital.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 50%
- Cats: 45%
- Exotics: <1%
- Horses: 4%
- Cattle: <1%
- Ruminants: <1%
Financial compensation (approximate): DOE.
Housing available: No.
Willamette Valley Animal Hospital
Sheri Morris DVM
4975 River Rd. N
Keizer, OR 97303
To apply: Contact Dr. Morris by phone at (503) 393-7462 or (503) 584-1372 or by e-mail at dvmmba@comcast.net.
AAHA practice. 3 full, 1 part-time veterinarian. We do lots of surgery, orthopedics. In-clinic ultrasound, laser surgery.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 48%
- Cats: 48%
- Exotics: 2-5%
Financial compensation (approximate): $10/hr.
Housing available: Yes, if needed.
Santiam Equine Clinic & Cordon Road Veterinary Clinic
Terry C. Gerros DVM DACVIM and Sara A. Myers DVM
820 Cordon Road NE
Salem, OR 97317
To apply: Contact the doctors by e-mail at gerrost@yahoo.com
Primarily an equine practice with small animal caseload. We have a large animal surgery suite and stall for hospitalization. The small animal area has one exam room and one surgery suite. Ultrasound, radiology, endoscopy, shock wave therapy, laser surgery are all offered at the clinic. General practice with some referral work.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 20%
- Cats: 5%
- Exotics: 5%
- Horses: 70%
Financial compensation (approximate): None.
Housing available: No.
Emergency Veterinary Hospital
J. Ingrid Kessler DVM and Mark McConnell MRCVS DVM
103 West “Q” Street
Springfield, OR 97477
Web site: www.emergencyvethospital.com
To apply: Contact the doctors by e-mail at jingridkessler@yahoo.com or emergencyvethospital@yahoo.com
We are a well-equipped emergency and urgent care 24-hour facility.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 50%
- Cats: 45%
- Exotics: 5%
Financial compensation (approximate): $10 per hour. Somewhat negotiable.
Housing available: No.
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Central Oregon
LaPaw Animal Hospital
Deborah A. LaPaugh VMD and Angie Untisz DVM
1288 SW Simpson Ave., G
Bend, OR 97702
Phone: (541) 389-3902
Web site: www.lapawanimalhospital.com
To apply: Contact the doctors by e-mail at lapaw@wvi.com
General practice, we strive for advanced diagnostic and high quality care. We have ultrasound, laser, endoscope, BP, all in-house bloodwork, full staff that are experienced, competent and fun. I mentored a second year vet student last year and it was a very good experience for all of us. We are looking for a minimum of a 2 week commitment (preferrably longer).
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 50%
- Cats: 45%
- Exotics: 5%
Financial compensation (approximate): Minimum wage.
Housing available: No, but we are keeping our ears open for any possibilities.
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Eastern Oregon
John Day River Veterinary Center
Colleen Robertson DVM
59989 Hwy. 26
John Day, OR 97845
To apply: Contact Dr. Robertson by phone at (541) 932-4428 or by mail.
We are a progressive, rural MA practice with two veterinarians, in-house lab, ultrasound, etc.
Percentage of species seen in practice:
- Dogs: 25%
- Cats: 25%
- Horses: 25%
- Cattle: 25%
Financial compensation (approximate): $250/week
Housing available: Yes.
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