Vetco Relief Veterinarian

Vetco; New Milford (CT); On-site; USD 148,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners. As an independent veterinary contractor, you will enjoy unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to choose your shifts without agency fees. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality veterinary care in a supportive environment, with access to modern facilities and a dedicated team. Embrace the chance to balance your professional and personal life while making a significant impact in your community. If you are passionate about animal health and want to work in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible online booking

15% Petco discount

No agency fees

Monthly newsletter updates

Qualifications

• State license in good standing required.
• Ability to provide Professional Liability Insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive care and diagnostic workups.
• Administer vaccines and perform outpatient surgeries.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Patient Care

Blood Draws

Vaccination Administration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Digital Patient Records

Ultrasound Imaging

Dental X-ray

Job description

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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 flexible online booking so you can achieve the ultimate work-life balance. You select your shifts with no minimum or maximum number required. We have a variety of weekend and weekday hours 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 monthly 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 cases' comfort level. 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 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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Veterinary Services

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