Relief Veterinarian - Swartz Creek, MI

MARS Veterinary; Swartz Creek (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision and paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

generous employee pet discounts and mo

Job summary

VCA Swartz Creek Animal Hospital is seeking a Relief Veterinarian (DVM) to support our medical team during peak periods and staff vacations. The ideal candidate can deliver high-quality preventive and urgent care and work collaboratively with our support staff.

As lead medical professional on scheduled shifts, you will manage caseloads with autonomy and care. The position emphasizes essential clinical duties, collaboration with licensed technicians, and diligent medical record keeping using our

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required.
• Active veterinary license in the state of practice.
• DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Strong communication and ability to work in a fast-paced team.
• 1–2 years clinical experience; new grads with strong internships welcome.

Responsibilities

• Clinical care: wellness exams, diagnose conditions, treat pets.
• Surgery and dentistry: routine soft-tissue procedures and extractions (optional).
• Urgent care: evaluate and triage walk-in cases during clinic hours.
• Prescription management: prescribe medications per safety protocols.
• Client communication: explain diagnoses and care instructions clearly.
• Medical records: maintain accurate EMR in PMS system.

Skills

DVM/AVMA accredited

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Clinical proficiency

Emergency care experience

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

In-house Heska lab

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

PMS/EMR system

Job description

VCA Swartz Creek Animal Hospital is seeking an adaptable, compassionate, and skilled Relief Veterinarian (DVM) to support our medical team during peak periods and staff vacations . The ideal candidate can step into a fast-paced environment, deliver high-quality preventative and urgent care, and work collaboratively with our experienced support staff As a Relief Veterinarian, you will act as the lead medical professional on your scheduled shifts, managing caseloads with autonomy and care .

Your Duties

• Clinical Care: Conduct routine wellness exams, diagnose medical conditions, and formulate treatment plans for companion animals .
• Surgery & Dentistry (Optional - customize as needed): Perform routine soft-tissue surgeries (e.g., spays, neuters, mass removals) and dental extractions .
• Urgent Care: Evaluate and stabilize walk-in urgent care or triage cases during clinic hours .
• Prescription Management: Prescribe and administer medications, including anesthetics and pain management, following safety protocols .
• Client Communication: Clearly explain diagnoses, treatment options, and home-care instructions to pet owners .
• Medical Records: Complete comprehensive, accurate electronic medical records in a timely manner (using our PMS system)

Facility and Equipment

• Diagnostic Equipment: In-house Heska laboratory, Digital X-ray, Dental X-ray, Ultrasound
• Support Staff: You will be supported on every shift by 1- 2 Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVTs) and 1 Veterinary Assistant.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) from an AVMA-accredited institution .
• Licensing: Active and unrestricted Veterinary License in the state of [Insert State].
• Certifications: Active DEA registration for controlled substances.
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of clinical experience in general practice or emergency medicine preferred (new grads with strong internship experience welcome to apply).
• Skills: Exceptional communication, a collaborative team spirit, and comfort working in a fast-paced environment .

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision and paid vacation/sick days
• 401(k)
• generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.