Relief Veterinarian | Florida | Onsite
Build a Schedule That Works for You!
Location: Florida
Work Type: Onsite | Relief Assignments
Employment Type: Relief/Contract
Pay Rate: Varies by assignment
Contract Duration: Single-shift, recurring, short-term, and extended assignments
Schedule: Flexible; weekday, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be available
Contract Details
Compensation, schedule, caseload, responsibilities, and assignment duration will vary by opportunity. You’ll receive the applicable details before being presented to a veterinary practice or animal hospital.
Assignments may include:
Single-day or short-term shift coverage
Vacation, leave, and scheduling-gap coverage
Recurring part-time assignments
Extended contract engagements
General practice, urgent care, emergency, or specialty settings
Weekday, evening, weekend, and holiday schedules
About the Role
We’re seeking experienced, compassionate Relief Veterinarians for temporary and ongoing opportunities throughout Florida. These assignments are ideal for veterinarians seeking greater schedule flexibility, supplemental income, or exposure to different clinical environments.
We do more than fill the shifts currently available. We actively market your experience to veterinary practices and help you build a schedule aligned with your availability, interests, and professional goals.
You’ll always have the opportunity to review an assignment’s location, schedule, compensation, caseload, and responsibilities before deciding whether it’s right for you.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical care in accordance with professional and ethical standards
Conduct examinations, diagnose medical conditions, and develop appropriate treatment plans
Prescribe medications and recommend preventive care
Perform routine procedures and surgeries when required by the assignment
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records
Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners
Collaborate with veterinary technicians, assistants, and practice leadership
Adapt to each practice’s workflows, technology, and clinical protocols
Follow applicable veterinary regulations and established practice policies
Required Skills and Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) degree from an accredited institution
Active, unrestricted veterinary license in Florida
Current DEA registration when required by the assignment
Professional liability coverage or willingness to obtain coverage
Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
Clear, compassionate communication skills
Ability to adapt quickly to different practice environments and workflows
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills
Depending on the assignment, practices may seek experience in one or more of the following areas:
Why Consider Relief Work?
Maintain greater control over your schedule
Earn supplemental income
Experience different practices and clinical environments
Choose from single-shift, recurring, and extended assignments
Accept only the opportunities that fit your availability and interests
Receive support marketing your experience to prospective practices
We welcome qualified veterinarians who are interested in a confidential conversation about current or upcoming relief opportunities. Even if you aren’t immediately available, we’d be happy to learn more about the assignments you’d consider.
