Relief Veterinarian

Location: within the State of Georgia
Work Type: Onsite | Relief Assignments
Employment Type: Relief/Contract
Pay Rate: Varies by assignment
Contract Duration: Single-shift, recurring, short-term, and extended assignments
Schedule: Flexible; weekday, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be available

Compensation, schedule, caseload, responsibilities, and assignment duration will vary by opportunity. You’ll receive the applicable details before being presented to a veterinary practice or animal hospital.

Assignments may include:

Single-day or short-term shift coverage

Vacation, leave, and scheduling-gap coverage

Recurring part-time assignments

Extended contract engagements

General practice, urgent care, emergency, or specialty settings

We’re seeking experienced, compassionate Relief Veterinarians for temporary and ongoing opportunities throughout Florida. These assignments are ideal for veterinarians seeking greater schedule flexibility, supplemental income, or exposure to different clinical environments.

We do more than fill the shifts currently available. We actively market your experience to veterinary practices and help you build a schedule aligned with your availability, interests, and professional goals.

You’ll always have the opportunity to review an assignment’s location, schedule, compensation, caseload, and responsibilities before deciding whether it’s right for you.

Provide high-quality medical care in accordance with professional and ethical standards

Conduct examinations, diagnose medical conditions, and develop appropriate treatment plans

Prescribe medications and recommend preventive care

Perform routine procedures and surgeries when required by the assignment

Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records

Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners

Collaborate with veterinary technicians, assistants, and practice leadership

Adapt to each practice’s workflows, technology, and clinical protocols

Follow applicable veterinary regulations and established practice policies

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) degree from an accredited institution

Active, unrestricted veterinary license in Georgia

Current DEA registration when required by the assignment

Professional liability coverage or willingness to obtain coverage

Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities

Clear, compassionate communication skills

Ability to adapt quickly to different practice environments and workflows

Depending on the assignment, practices may seek experience in one or more of the following areas:

Small-animal medicine

General practice

Urgent or emergency care

Specialty veterinary medicine

Routine procedures and surgery

Earn supplemental income

Experience different practices and clinical environments

Choose from single-shift, recurring, and extended assignments

Accept only the opportunities that fit your availability and interests

Receive support marketing your experience to prospective practices