Relief Veterinarian
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
Relief Veterinarian - Vetco (Petco)
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, and a vital part of that mission is making high‑quality veterinary care more accessible to pets in your community.
Benefits:
- Flexible online booking – choose shifts with no minimum or maximum hours.
- Determine your own rate for each relief shift.
- Continue practice activities outside of Vetco shifts.
- No agency fees.
- Monthly newsletter with policy, product updates, and clinic news.
- 15% Petco discount on all products and services.
Clinic Types:
- Vetco Vaccination Clinics: wellness examinations, preventive vaccinations and medications, heartworm testing, and microchip insertion. No surgeries, emergencies, or sick visits. Operated inside Petco retail locations with appointment‑based model.
- Vetco Total Care Hospitals: preventive care, diagnostic workups, outpatient surgeries, and dental procedures. Partner with the area medical director before shifts. Equipped with digital patient records, surgical suite, Butterfly IQ+ handheld ultrasound, digital and dental X‑ray, Vetology Radiograph Interpretation AI, and on‑site labs. No overnights or emergency on‑call.
Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine state license in good standing.
- State‑specific licensing to perform 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 + license defense policy.
- Compliance with all local, state, and federal mandates.
Vetco Total Care hospitals and Vetco Clinics provide access to high‑quality veterinary care in 48 states, with new locations opening soon. Ask us about hospitals and clinics near you.
Send an email or schedule a call directly with one of our Talent Advisors to learn more!
Explore all open shift locations on the Vetco Clinics website.
California state bid rates average $136.00–$170.00/hour. Shift rates may vary depending on the clinic location and duration of the selected shift.
Job Details- Seniority level:
Entry level - Employment type:
Full‑time - Job function:
Health Care Provider - Industry: Veterinary Services
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