AVMA's "My Veterinary Life" Resource for Students to Early-Career Veterinarians
Navigate your transition from student to veterinarian, nurture your personal wellbeing, and establish strong financial habits, all with help from My Veterinary Life®.
Veterinary Students
The OVMA supports OSU CVM veterinary students by providing necessary supplies including white coats and stethoscopes as well as providing educational opportunities such as the Oregon Veterinary Conference.
OSU CVM students are encouraged to apply for complimentary student membership in the OVMA.
As you start to transition from student to practicing veterinarian, the OVMA looks forward to supporting you in your career. We are also pleased to offer new veterinarians complimentary membership in the OVMA for one year after graduation.
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Budgeting for Salary Negotiations
Before you send out any cover letters or resumes, preparing a personal budget is a critical step that shouldn't be overlooked.
Contacts with Potential Employers
Throughout your job search, remember that you are being evaluated at all times by prospective employers, from how your resume is written to your telephone and e-mail etiquette, and your responsiveness.
Mentorship Agreement
We believe mentorship of recent graduates can be an enriching experience for the new associate and the practice owner, one that leads to better service to the practice's clientele and patients.
Oregon Licensure & Intern Permit
The state's licensing agency is the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board. Find out about licensure and the intern permit.
USDA Veterinary Medical Loan Repayment Program
The Veterinary Medical Loan Repayment Program will pay up to $25,000 each year towards qualified educational loans of eligible veterinarians who agree to serve in a NIFA designated veterinarian shortage situation for a period of three years.