Associate Veterinarian

Relief Veterinarian | Granville County, NC.

We are recruiting on behalf of a privately owned general practice hospital in Granville County that is looking for a dependable Relief Veterinarian to cover a colleague's leave of absence, with a strong preference for coverage Monday through Friday across November and December.

This well-established small animal hospital treats a broad range of species, including cats, dogs, pocket pets, reptiles, rabbits, birds, and small farm animals, and prides itself on a compassionate, patient-focused approach to care. With a member of the team currently on leave, the hospital has a significant, ongoing coverage need and is genuinely flexible on how that coverage is structured.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants variety and flexibility in their relief work, whether that's a full daily schedule, surgery-only mornings, appointments-only shifts, or shortened hours. The hospital is open to discussing whatever setup suits you best, and a guest house is available on-site for vets who may be travelling from further afield.

The role will involve a standard general practice caseload in 30-minute appointment slots, along with routine surgeries including spays and neuters, lumpectomies, and abscess draining. There's a particular emphasis on dental work, with technicians handling cleaning but the vet needed for extractions. You would be the sole doctor on shift, supported by three experienced vet assistants, each with 5+ years of experience.

Key Highlights

• Relief Veterinarian needed Monday-Friday, November and December
• Privately owned general practice hospital in Granville County, NC
• Hours 9am-5pm, with lunch/break provided 1-3pm (seldom cut short)
• On surgery days: surgeries 9am-1pm (2-3 max), appointments 3-5pm
• On non-surgery days: appointments 9am-1pm and 3-5pm, walk-ins accepted within reason
• Flexible setup options available: appointment-only, surgery-only, or shortened hours
• Sole doctor on shift, supported by 3 experienced vet assistants (5+ years experience each)
• On-site guest house available for visiting vets
• Broad species caseload including cats, dogs, pocket pets, reptiles, rabbits, and birds

About You

• DVM or VMD (or equivalent) from an AVMA accredited university
• You hold or are eligible for an active North Carolina veterinary license
• Comfortable with routine general practice, including spays, neuters, lumpectomies, and abscess draining
• Confident performing dental extractions
• Open to a flexible or varied shift structure
• Confident working independently as the sole doctor on shift
• Strong communication skills and a calm, practical approach
• Previous relief experience is beneficial, although vets new to relief work are encouraged to enquire

Benefits

• Competitive relief pay
• Flexible scheduling built around your availability and preferences
• On-site guest house available, ideal for vets travelling from further afield
• Lunch/break reliably provided
• Strong, experienced support team
• Shift schedule and clinical expectations communicated in advance
• No requirement to perform procedures outside your comfort level
• Continued support from Atlas Relief throughout the assignment
• Access to more relief opportunities than you would typically secure independently
• Personalized hospital matching based on your clinical style and preferences
• Support with rate negotiation to maximize earning potential
• Administrative coordination handled on your behalf
• Fast and reliable payment for your shifts
• Option for sustainable long-term partnership or one-off shifts

Next Steps

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