Vetco Relief Veterinarian

Vetco; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 104,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetco is seeking independent relief veterinarians to join their team, offering flexible scheduling and a supportive environment. As a relief veterinarian, you will provide high-quality veterinary care, including preventive services and diagnostics, while enjoying the freedom to choose your shifts and rates. This role is ideal for those looking to balance their work-life while making a positive impact on pet health in their community.

Benefits

Flexible online booking

15% Petco discount

No agency fees

Qualifications

• Valid Doctor of Veterinary Medicine license in good standing.
• State-specific licensing for blood draws and vaccines.
• Professional Liability Insurance and license defense policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive care, diagnostic workups, and outpatient surgeries.
• Partner with area medical director for case load review.
• Manage operations efficiently to enhance patient experience.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Patient Care

Preventive Care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

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 case load. 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 license in good standing in your state
• Appropriate state-specific licensing to perform all shift functions, including blood draws & vaccines
• DEA registration in good standing is preferred for full-service Vetco Total Care hospital relief shifts
• Ability to provide Professional Liability Insurance and 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 Clinics website.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Veterinary Services

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