Relief Veterinarian - Cypress, TX

Multiple shift openings between August-December 2026!

Position Overview

The Relief Veterinarian provides high-quality medical care to companion animals on a temporary or as-needed basis, supporting the hospital’s general practice and wellness services. This role is ideal for a licensed DVM seeking flexible scheduling while delivering compassionate, evidence-based veterinary care in a collaborative clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive wellness and preventive care, including physical exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and client education
• Diagnose and treat common medical conditions in small animals
• Perform routine soft tissue surgeries and dental procedures, as applicable to hospital standards
• Develop and implement diagnostic and treatment plans utilizing available in-house and external resources
• Accurately document medical records in accordance with hospital protocols and legal requirements
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognoses, and preventive care
• Collaborate with veterinary technicians, assistants, and support staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high standards of care
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety protocols, and applicable state veterinary regulations

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
• Active veterinary license in the state of practice (or ability to obtain)
• DEA license and state-controlled substance registration (or ability to obtain)
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills in small animal general practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt quickly to new teams, workflows, and hospital systems

Schedule & Engagement

• Flexible, short-term, or per diem assignments
• Shifts may vary by hospital needs and may include weekdays and/or weekends
• No long-term commitment required unless mutually agreed upon

Work Environment

• General Practice and Wellness-focused companion animal hospital
• Team-oriented setting with trained technical and support staff
• Modern medical equipment and standard diagnostic capabilities

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive daily or hourly compensation, commensurate with experience
• Potential travel or lodging support, where applicable
• Professional, well-supported clinical environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

The hospital is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.