Vetco Relief Veterinarian

Vetco; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 168,067 - 210,772; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible online booking

15% discount on Petco products

No agency fees

Access to modern veterinary facilities

Job summary

A veterinary service provider is seeking relief veterinarians for various shifts in Kirkland, Washington. Enjoy the flexibility to choose your hours and set your rates while focusing on delivering high-quality veterinary care. Responsibilities include conducting wellness exams and vaccinations, along with diagnostic workups. You will have access to modern facilities without agency fees, allowing for autonomy and work-life balance. This role is ideal for veterinarians looking to enhance their careers and provide accessible care in the community.

Qualifications

• State license in good standing to practice veterinary medicine.
• Ability to perform blood draws and administer vaccines.
• Compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive care and diagnostic workups at Vetco Total Care hospitals.
• Conduct wellness examinations and vaccinations at Vetco Vaccination Clinics.
• Partner with medical directors to review case comfort levels before shifts.

Skills

Veterinary medicine

Blood draws

Vaccination administration

Professional liability insurance

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Digital patient records

Ultrasound imaging

Digital and dental X-ray

Job description

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. A vital part of our mission is making high-quality veterinary care more accessible to pets in your community.

You can enjoy multiple benefits while working with Vetco as a relief veterinarian!

We offer f lexible online booking so you can a chieve the ultimate work-life balance. You select your shifts with no minimum or maximum number required . We have a variety of w eekend and weekday hou r s available for selection. You determine your rate for each relief shift chosen. Continue practice activities outside of Vetco shifts and enjoy NO agency fees!

Our appointment-based model helps manage traffic and gets you out the door on time. We have trained , experienced staff to manage operations, so you can focus on delivering the best care and patient experience possible. Stay in the know with our m onthly newsletter that highlights policy and product updates and clinic news. Enjoy a 15% Petco discount to help you spoil your pets on all products and services

What's the difference between Vetco Vaccination Clinics and Vetco Total Care Hospitals?

VETCO VACCINATION CLINICS offer wellness examinations, preventive vaccinations and medications, heartworm testing, and microchip insertion. No surgeries, emergencies, or sick visits. A trained staff runs operations, transactions and helps to safely restrain pets. Clinics are located inside Petco retail locations. Appointments help manage traffic to get you out the door on time.

VETCO TOTAL CARE HOSPITAL relief shifts include preventive care, diagnostic workups, outpatient surgeries, and dental procedures. You will partner with the area medical director before your shifts to review the comfort level of cases. Hospitals are equipped with digital patient records, surgical suite, Butterfly IQ+ handheld ultrasound imaging, digital and dental X‑ray, Vetology Radiograph Interpretation AI, and on‑site labs. Licensed and trained hospital staff. No overnights or emergency on‑call. The appointment-based model helps manage traffic and gets you out the door on time!

REQUIREMENTS

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine state license in good standing
• Appropriate state‑specific licensing to perform all shift functions including the ability to perform blood draws & administer vaccines
• DEA in good standing preferred for full‑service Vetco Total Care hospital relief shifts
• Ability to provide 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 Clinic website.

Washington state bid rates average $122.00-$153.00/hr. Shift rates may vary depending on the clinic location and duration of the selected shift.