Vetco Relief Veterinarian

Vetco; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 168,067 - 210,772; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible online booking

Select your own shifts

No agency fees

Appointment-based model

15% Petco discount

Job summary

A veterinary services provider in Moses Lake, WA, is seeking independent veterinary contractors to provide high-quality care as part of their mission. You will be responsible for wellness exams, vaccinations, and outpatient surgeries, with flexible hours and no minimum shift requirements. A valid Doctor of Veterinary Medicine license and state-specific licensure are required. Compensation averages between $122 and $153 per hour, depending on location and shifts. Competitive benefits are offered, including a 15% discount on Petco products.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine state license in good standing.
• Appropriate state-specific licensing for all shift functions.
• Ability to provide Professional Liability Insurance + license defense policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness examinations and preventive vaccinations.
• Perform diagnostic workups and outpatient surgeries.
• Partner with medical director before shifts.

Skills

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

State license in good standing

Professional Liability Insurance

Ability to perform blood draws

Ability to administer vaccines

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Overview

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.

Benefits

• Flexible online booking so you can achieve the ultimate work‑life balance.
• Select shifts with no minimum or maximum number required.
• Choose from a variety of weekend and weekday hours.
• Determine your rate for each relief shift chosen.
• No agency fees.
• Appointment‑based model to manage traffic and get you out the door on time.
• Monthly newsletter highlighting policy and product updates and clinic news.
• 15% Petco discount to help you spoil your pets on all products and services.

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 get 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!

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.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Veterinary Services