Relief Veterinarian

Job Overview

Unleash total career flexibility as an independent veterinary contractor with Vetco
, a division of Petco, The Health + Wellness Company
. We're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and pet parents. A vital part of our mission is making high-quality veterinary care more accessible to pets in your community.

• Flexible online booking: schedule shifts at your convenience with no minimum or maximum requirement.
• Determine your rate for each relief shift.
• Practice activities outside Vetco shifts with no agency fees.
• Appointment‑based model ensures timely patient care.
• Monthly newsletter for policy updates and clinic news.
• 15% Petco discount on all pet products and services.

Vetco Vaccination Clinics offer wellness examinations, preventive vaccinations, heartworm testing, and microchip insertion. No surgeries, emergencies, or sick visits.

Vetco Total Care Hospitals relief shifts include preventive care, diagnostic workups, outpatient surgeries, and dental procedures. Hospitals provide a surgical suite, ultrasound, digital and dental X‑ray, AI radiograph interpretation, and on‑site labs.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine license in good standing.
• State‑specific licensing for performing all shift functions, including blood draws and vaccine administration.
• DEA in good standing preferred for Full‑service Vetco Total Care Hospital relief shifts.
• Professional Liability Insurance and license defense policy.
• Compliance with all local, state, and federal mandates.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider – Veterinary Services

Send an email or schedule a call directly with one of our Talent Advisors to learn more!