Internship - Neurology

Neurology and Neurosurgical Specialty Internship

Animal Specialty Center

The Neurology and Neurosurgical Specialty Internship program at Animal Specialty Center is designed to be an immersive experience in neurology. The intern will work alongside 2 board-certified neurologists, with the goal to acquire the skill-set and clinical knowledge needed to secure a Neurology Residency. Interns will have the opportunity to help examine and localize, diagnose, treat, and manage a large caseload of patients with diverse caseload. Animal Specialty Center has state-of-the-art advanced imaging, including a new CT and MRI in 2023. We take pride in a cultivating a culture of kindness and providing the best patient care to our community!

  • Program Dates: 07/8/2024 - 06/27/2025
  • Application Deadline: January 8, 2024 9:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
  • Program Dates: 07/8/2024 - 06/27/2025
  • Application Deadline: January 8, 2024 9:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
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Employment Requirements
  • Pre-Employment Background Check Required
  • State License Required
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  • 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?
No
Previous Experience Required
  • Completed or will complete a 1-Year Rotating Internship
NAVLE Required for Licensure or to Start the Program
Yes
Do you accept graduates of non-AVMA Accredited/Recognized Colleges/Schools?
Yes
A list of the AVMA-accredited/recognized colleges/schools can be found here.
Is a formal orientation program required?
No
Is attendance at orientation required?
No
Is an orientation manual provided?
Yes
Position Classification for Purpose of Salary & Benefits
Post-Doc
Annual Salary
$60,000 See Cost of Living Information
Moonlighting Allowed?
Yes, with approval
Retirement Plan
Optional
401k
Opportunity to earn additional cash compensation in this position?
Yes
ER shifts are available to pick up
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
Hospital will reimburse NY license
Required Tuition & Fees
No
Vacation Leave Days Per Year
5
Sick Leave Days Per Year
7
Professional Leave Days Per Year
2
Maximum number of paid days for family/medical leave
0
Maximum number of unpaid days for family/medical leave
0
Vacation Request Process
30 days in advance
Detailed Benefits Information
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
Depends on plan
Immediately on Date of Hire
Major medical insurance for dependents
Intern Pays Some or All
Depends on plan
Major medical insurance for domestic partners
Not Available
Outpatient mental health insurance
Available
Inpatient mental health insurance
Not 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
Onsite Child Care
No
Subsidized Child Care
No
Moving Allowance
No
Housing Stipend
No
Parking
No Charge
Uniform/Scrubs
Free/Complimentary
Additional Benefits
Scrub allowance
About this Internship
Type
Specialty
Neurology
Average number of interns who started this program per year for the past 5 years
0
Average number of interns who completed this program per year for the past 5 years
0
Number of interns from this program who applied for a residency in the past 5 years
Not provided
Number of interns from this program who accepted a residency in the past 5 years
Not provided
Number of interns from this program who applied for a specialty internship in the past 5 years
Not provided
Number of interns from this program who accepted a specialty internship in the past 5 years
Not provided
Caseload in Direct Support of Program
Annual Hospital Caseload
3,000
Average Daily Number of Outpatients
10
Average Daily Number of Inpatients
4
Average Daily Number of Surgical Procedures Performed
1
Average Daily Number of Patients Presented to the Emergency Service
10
Direct Support - Personnel are in the building and available to the intern.
Diplomates
Diplomates may be full-time or part-time/consultant
Diplomate
Full Time
Part Time
Diplomate
Full Time
Part Time
ACVD
1
ACVECC
2
ACVIM/INTMED
2
ACVIM/NEUR
2
ACVR/ONC
1
Number of Clinicians in Direct Support
2
Number of Residents in Direct Support
0
Number of Veterinary Technicians in Direct Support
2
Number of Intern in this Program
0
Number of Interns at this Hospital (Primary Work Site)
0
Number of Residents at this Hospital (Primary Work Site)
0
Number of Veterinary Technicians at this Hospital
17
Number of Veterinary Technicians Assigned to the Emergency Service per Shift
1
Number of Veterinary Technicians Assigned to the Intensive Care Unit per Shift
2
Average hours per week on duty
40
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
0
Number of days per month assigned to on-call
0
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
Clinical Experience and Responsibilities
Does the intern have primary case care responsibility for first-opinion and emergency/critical care cases?
No
Is the intern the primary surgeon on a broad range of elective and entry-level procedures?
No
Does the intern have primary case care responsibility for complex cases with supervision by a boarded specialist?
No
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?
80%
What is the percentage of time the intern will be directly supervised by a veterinarian during after-hours?
0%
Are teaching rounds held weekly?
Yes
Is the intern required to deliver a professional presentation or seminar to senior clinicians and peers?
No
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
Are written performance evaluations provided?
No
Does the program have a formal mentoring program?
No
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
  • Endoscopy
  • Laparoscopy
  • Linear Accelerator
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery Equipment
  • MRI
  • Paperless Medical Record
  • Physical Therapy
  • Point of care clinical laboratory equipment
  • Ultrasonography
Primary Work Site

9 Odell Plaza, Yonkers, NY 10701, USA

About the Area
Westchester's largest city located along the majestic Hudson River and just minutes from Manhattan, Yonkers offers diversity along with the best of shopping, fine dining, world class entertainment and is a popular filming location.Yonkers Downtown-Waterfront DistrictWith breathtaking views of New York and the Palisades, luxury waterfront living, restaurants, shops, entertainment, parks and so much more, all within walking distance to the Metro-North Station, Yonkers’ vibrant Downtown-Waterfront District is a premier Westchester destination.ShoppingYonkers is home to one of the largest shopping corridors in the New York area. From the newly developed Westchester's Ridge Hill to Central Park Avenue to the Cross County Shopping Center, an amazing shopping and dining experience awaits you in Yonkers.EntertainmentWatch the horses and enjoy a night of entertainment at Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway, or explore one of the many exhibits at the Hudson River Museum, visit Yonkers’ beautiful Untermyer Park and Gardens, Van Der Donck Park or tour Yonkers many historic sites including Philipse Manor and the Sherwood House. During the summer months, weekly live outdoor concerts at locations across the city are always a great way to spend the evening. There is no shortage of fun in Yonkers.
Total Monthly Expected Spending for New York (Queens), NY Area
Household Type Monthly Spending National Average
Married Couple with Children Under 6 $9,181 $6,596
Married Couple with Children 6-17 $10,695 $7,749
Home Owner $10,079 $7,286
Renter $6,436 $4,146
Cost of Living Index
139.7
New York (Queens), NY
What is this?
Average Prices for New York (Queens), NY Area
Item Price National Average

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).

Interviews
Is an interview required?
Yes
Who will be interviewed?
Invited Applicants
Mutually beneficial
Yes
Yes
We will reach to you to arrange.
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Prerequisites

All prerequisites must be met by 07/8/2024 unless stated otherwise by the program.

  • Graduate of a college/school of veterinary medicine
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  • Previous Experience Required
    • Completed or will complete a 1-Year Rotating Internship
  • State License Required
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  • NAVLE Required
Work Authorization

This program will consider qualified applicants with the following work authorization

  • US Citizens
  • US Permanent Residents
  • 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.

Program Director

Kari Rosen
[email protected]

Contact Person for More Information

Kari Rosen
[email protected]

Contact a Current Intern in this Program
Dr. Cassandra Rodenbaugh [email protected]
Animal Specialty Center
9 Odell Plaza
Yonkers, New York 10701
Phone: 914-457-4000
https://www.animalspecialtycenter.com/