Flexible Per Diem Relief Veterinarian (Small Animals)

Chattyvets; Arlington, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel or lodging support

Competitive clinical environment

Job summary

Chattyvets in Arlington, TX is seeking a Relief Veterinarian to provide high-quality care for companion animals on a flexible, per diem basis. The role supports general practice and wellness services in a collaborative clinical environment.

The position offers shifts on Wednesdays and Saturdays through 2026, with a focus on preventive care, examinations, vaccinations, and client education, plus opportunities to perform routine surgeries and dental procedures.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from AVMA-accredited school and active license in the practice state.
• DEA license and state-controlled substance registration or ability to obtain.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; adaptable to new teams and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness and preventive care including exams, vaccines, parasite prevention, and client education.
• Diagnose and treat common medical conditions in small animals.
• Perform routine soft tissue surgeries and dental procedures per hospital standards.
• Develop diagnostic and treatment plans using in-house and external resources.
• Document medical records in line with hospital protocols and legal requirements.
• Communicate diagnoses, options, prognoses, and preventive care with clients.
• Collaborate with techs, assistants, and staff to ensure efficient patient flow.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety protocols, and state regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong clinical and diagnostic skills

Adapt quickly to new teams

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school

Job description

Chattyvets in Arlington, TX is seeking a Relief Veterinarian to provide high-quality care for companion animals on a flexible, per diem basis. The role supports general practice and wellness services in a collaborative clinical environment.

The position offers shifts on Wednesdays and Saturdays through 2026, with a focus on preventive care, examinations, vaccinations, and client education, plus opportunities to perform routine surgeries and dental procedures.