Equine Internship Opportunity – Westhills Equine Veterinary Services
Stony Plain, Alberta

Westhills Equine Veterinary Services is a six-doctor, equine-exclusive practice located just 10 minutes west of Stony Plain, Alberta. We provide comprehensive care including preventative medicine, dentistry, reproduction, sports medicine, internal medicine, and emergency/critical care.

Our practice began as a strictly ambulatory service and has since grown into a busy hospital-based facility. We offer:

• Multiple treatment areas for appointments and diagnostics
• A heated indoor arena for year-round lameness exams
• 24-hour monitored stalls, isolation barn, and covered outdoor pens
• Full in-house laboratory capabilities

Our team serves a diverse caseload ranging from backyard companions to elite performance horses, providing interns with broad exposure to equine medicine and the opportunity to discover their professional interests.

Facilities & Equipment

We are well-equipped with:

• 3 portable digital radiograph systems
• 6 digital ultrasounds (including 2 repro-dedicated units)
• 5 power dental floats
• NeoVet shockwave
• Regenerative therapies (Prostride, PRP, Centrate)
• Endoscopy and gastroscopy
• Chiropractic and acupuncture services offered by two veterinarians

Our dedicated hospital staff provide 24/7 patient care, while our seasonal internal medicine specialist supports complex case management and offers additional teaching opportunities.

Reproduction Services

Two full-time veterinarians focus exclusively on reproduction during breeding season, performing:

• Fresh/frozen semen breeding, embryo transfer, ICSI, OPU
• Stallion collection, semen freezing/shipping, and phantom training
• Foaling services, dystocia management, and neonatal care

A reproduction-focused internship is available for applicants with special interest in this area.

Internship Program

Our internships emphasize hands-on experience, progressive responsibility, and strong mentorship in a supportive and team-oriented environment.

Schedule & Duties

• On-call shared 50% between two interns (2 weekdays/week, 2 weekends/month)
• Interns rotate between ambulatory and hospital responsibilities
• Initially assist with cases; progress to independently managing daytime emergencies and appointments within 3–4 months
• Fully stocked vehicle provided, senior veterinarian always available for support
• Hospital technicians assist with case management and treatments
• Reproduction interns work closely with repro veterinarians on mare/foal management, recipient herd care, foaling, and neonatal medicine

Note: We do not perform abdominal, orthopedic, or arthroscopic surgeries; these cases are referred to local surgical facilities.

Additional Learning Opportunities

• Structured mentorship-to-associate program with increasing compensation as skills grow
• Supervised wet labs to refine technical skills
• Educational lectures from senior veterinarians
• Regular intern rounds and whole-clinic case discussions
• On-site private apartments provided
• Strong support from experienced technicians and veterinarians

Internship Terms

• Length: 6- or 12-month general practice internships (start dates flexible)
• Option: 6-month reproduction-focused internship beginning in February
• Benefits: Paid ABVMA dues, CE allowance, health spending account, clothing allowance, 2 weeks vacation, and on-site housing

Application Requirements

• DVM degree (or equivalent) and eligibility for Alberta licensure
• Resume and letter of intent
• 3 letters of recommendation
• Driver’s license (vehicle operation required)
• Externship strongly encouraged, but not required

This program is designed for motivated new graduates seeking to build a solid foundation in equine practice. Our interns graduate with the clinical skills, decision-making ability, and client communication confidence to succeed as equine practitioners.

We look forward to hearing from you!

About Westhills Equine Veterinary Services

Westhills Equine Veterinary Services is an in-hospital and ambulatory equine practice based out of Parkland County, Alberta. We offer a variety of veterinary services which include wellness, dentistry, sports medicine, reproduction, emergency care and more. Westhills strives to provide compassionate and high-quality care to our equine patients and clients. We proudly service clients in a variety of disciplines including hunter/jumper, dressage, western performance, driving and pleasure. Our team-based approach focuses on creating a positive work environment that encourages advancements in knowledge and education while encouraging the best possible relationship between our clients and their equine partners.

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