Relief Veterinarian

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Multi-doctor practice

Strong tech ratio

Experienced team

Autonomy

Advanced equipment

Weekday schedule

Beach proximity

Flexible scheduling

Relocation help

Insurance coverage

401(k) match

PTO & sick leave

Liability insurance

Job summary

White’s Pet Hospital in Santa Barbara, CA is seeking a Relief Veterinarian to support our busy practice with flexible scheduling options. You can arrange relief shifts, seasonal or recurring work, or long-term placements that fit your availability.

The role emphasizes autonomy to practice medicine in a collaborative environment, with a strong support team and access to modern technology. Weekdays only (7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) and no weekends, with competitive benefits and production opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active California veterinary license (or ability to obtain one).
• Open to veterinarians of all experience levels.
• Small animal GP experience preferred, including medicine and surgery.

Responsibilities

• Support White’s Pet Hospital with flexible scheduling.
• Provide high-quality patient care within a collaborative team.

Job description

Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice

Employment Type: Relief

Description & Requirements

Relief Veterinarian | Flexible Schedule Opportunity in Santa Barbara, CA

Relief, part-time, or something in between? Let's build the schedule you're looking for. We are seeking a veterinarian to support White’s Pet Hospital with flexible scheduling options designed around your availability. Whether you prefer occasional coverage, a recurring schedule, seasonal work, or a long-term position, we're open to finding the right fit.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team equipped with plenty of medical resources and dedicated support staff committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Our hospital offers:

• Multi-doctor practice with a strong 2:1 technician-to-doctor ratio
• Experienced, collaborative team led by an on-site Medical Director and Hospital Manager
• Highly tenured staff ,including team members with 20+ years at White's
• Autonomy to practice medicine your way
• Advanced technology including new GE ultrasound, digital radiography, upgraded dental equipment, ScribbleVet , and a visiting board-certified internist
• Weekday schedule only (7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) with no weekends
• Prime Santa Barbara location, just a 10-minute walk or less than a 5-minute drive to the beach

Designed Around Your Availability

• We’re open to a variety of scheduling arrangements, including:
• Recurring relief shifts
• Seasonal or reduced-hour commitments
• Full-time opportunities
• Customized schedules based on your availability

We recognize that every veterinarian’s ideal schedule is different. Compensation, benefits, and incentives are tailored to the level of commitment and hours worked.

Potential offerings include:

• Flexible compensation options for relief, part-time, and full-time veterinarians
• Production opportunities
• Sign-on and/or relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Professional liability coverage
• Additional benefits based on employment status

Qualifications

• Active California veterinary license (or ability to obtain one)
• Open to veterinarians of all experience levels
• Small animal GP experience preferred, including medicine and surgery

If you’re currently doing relief work and would like more consistency, or you’re in a permanent role and looking for greater flexibility, we’d love to connect and discuss a schedule that works for you.