Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Relief Veterinarian (DVM), Small Animal General Practice
Location: Richmond, VA (West End)
Type: Relief / PRN with ongoing weekly opportunity

The Opportunity

A well-established, independently owned small animal general practice in Richmond's West End is seeking a relief DVM for immediate coverage and an ongoing weekly relief relationship. This is a long-standing hospital with a stable support team, a loyal client base, and a collaborative culture that treats relief doctors as part of the team rather than a temporary fill.

Immediate Coverage Needed

Wednesday, July 29
Monday, August 24
Wednesday, August 26
Thursday, August 27
Friday, August 28

Shift hours are 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ongoing Need

The practice is also looking for a consistent relief provider to cover one weekday per week on a recurring basis, with the possibility of adding a four hour Saturday block focused on routine surgery.

Caseload

100 percent small animal. A typical day includes wellness and preventive care visits, sick patient exams, and routine general practice surgery such as small mass removals, spays and neuters, and dental procedures. The hospital is fully equipped with in-house diagnostics, digital imaging, and a trained surgical support staff.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an AVMA accredited program
Active and unrestricted Virginia DVM license
Active DEA registration
Professional liability coverage (PLIT or equivalent)
Comfort with routine soft tissue surgery and general wellness medicine
Ability to work independently with strong support staff

What We Offer

Competitive relief day rates paid promptly
Flexible scheduling built around your availability
A consistent, recurring schedule if desired, or single day coverage
Direct communication with a dedicated recruiter who knows the practice and advocates for you
No platform fees, no marketplace bidding, no algorithm deciding your schedule