Relief Veterinarian
A Cat Hospital
Under policy direction of the Medical Director with support of the Regional Medical Director, the Staff Veterinarian provides professional medical, nutritional, dental and surgical diagnostics and treatment of companion animals.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Professional mannerism and appearance. • Good interpersonal skills. • Positive and friendly attitude. • Ability to communicate directions and instructions clearly and effectively. • Ability to earn respect from coworkers. • Ability to make decisions. • Respect for clients and their pets. • Willingness to work with clients and their pets. • Willingness to learn and use computer. • Ability to work under stress. • Practices the highest standard of medicine. • Uphold the veterinary code of ethics.
Education and Experience: • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university. • A license to practice in the state in which he/she is employed.
Authority: • Directs and guides Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants and any other employee interacting with pet care.
Physical Requirements: • Dependable attendance is required. • Any allergies to animals must be controllable through medication. • Must be able to lift 40 pounds. • Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions. • This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day. • Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people and understand written directions. • Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephone. • Fine motor skills adequate for utilizing hospital equipment such as electric clippers, scalpels, syringes, radiology equipment, laboratory equipment, computers, etc.
Duties: The following is a partial list of essential job responsibilities. This list may be revised at any time and additional duties not listed here may be assigned as needed.
Patient Management: • Cares - remembering that the patient’s well being is the first priority. • Continually improve the quality of patient care through studying veterinary journals and texts and by attending seminars. VCA has established a minimum 30-hour per year requirement for continuing education for each veterinarian. • Perform examinations, diagnostic, medical, surgical and dental procedures in a way that will deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort. • Recommend referral to one of the other VCA doctors or a specialist when this is likely to significantly improve the prognosis.
Client Management: • Will promote and participate in the principles of the VCA Mission Statement, Three Steps of Service and VCA Standards of Client Service and that the above is known and practiced by all employees. • Develop rapport with clients. • Determine client’s needs and wishes. • Question the client to ascertain the patient’s past medical and surgical history as well as a description of the current presenting signs. • Explain physical examination findings. • Recommend the appropriate preventive health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products and protocols. • Recommend and explain plans for diagnostic procedures and for medical and surgical therapies; methods for home care procedures and follow up plans. • Give the client a prognosis of the pet’s problems. • Generate fee estimates for recommended procedures and presents them to the client. • Keep clients informed regarding the status of their pet and results of diagnostic tests. • Provide telephone consultation, including follow-up calls for progress reports, etc.
Professional Responsibilities: • Honesty in dealing with clients and colleagues. • Maintain an attitude and appearance that reflect favorably on the profession. • Empathy for colleagues when questions of clinical judgment arise. • Share information and concerns with other members of the profession by attending veterinary meetings regularly. • Provide advice and encouragement to potential newcomers to the profession. • Represent the hospital to the professional community and the general public as requested. • Model an “owner” mentality in hospital by demonstrating willingness to assist all employees for the success of the hospital.
If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
$500 per month
...JOB TITLE: Relief Veterinarian Needed COMPENSATION: $500 per visit • Approx. 1 hour weekly PAYMENT: Same-day pay available LOCATION: Perfect Little Puppies | Pearland, Texas About the Role Perfect Little Puppies is seeking a licensed relief veterinarian to visit our store...SuggestedDaily paidExtra incomeFlexible hours1 day per weekWeekday work- ...Job Description Job Description Petco Veterinary Services offers relief veterinarians the chance to work in two distinct settings: Vetco Vaccination Clinics and Vetco Total Care full-service veterinary hospitals. In both environments, you'll have the opportunity...SuggestedLocal areaAll shiftsFlexible hoursShift workWeekend workWeekday work
- ...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...SuggestedFor contractorsLocal areaAll shiftsFlexible hoursShift workWeekend workWeekday work
- A veterinary service provider in Texas is looking for independent relief veterinarians to provide essential care and services. You will enjoy flexible scheduling, choose your shifts, and set your own rates. Candidates must possess a valid state license and meet various...SuggestedFlexible hoursShift work
- ...Job Description Job Description Description We are looking for relief veterinarians to help cover shifts at our UrgentVet Hospital. Weekday shifts are 3-11pm and weekend shifts are 10am-8pm. We are open 7 days a week, 365 days a year. No surgery or dentistry required...SuggestedShift workNight shiftWeekend workWeekday work
- A leading veterinary service provider is seeking independent contractors for relief veterinarian roles. You will have the flexibility to determine your shifts and rates, focusing on wellness care and preventive services. The position requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine...For contractorsFlexible hoursShift work
- A veterinary care provider in Webster, Texas, is looking for relief veterinarians to cover weekday shifts from 3-11pm and weekend shifts from 10am-8pm. No surgeries or dentistry are performed. The role requires management of multiple patients and promoting a strong human...Shift workWeekend workWeekday work
$500 per month
Handyman Company, located in Pearland, Texas, is searching for a licensed relief veterinarian to perform wellness exams on puppies approximately once a week. This role offers $500 per visit with same-day pay available, making it an excellent opportunity for supplemental...Daily paidExtra incomeFlexible hours1 day per week$500 per month
...Perfect Little Puppies in Pearland, Texas is seeking a Relief Veterinarian to perform wellness exams and sign health certificates for puppies. This role offers an extraordinary supplemental income opportunity with flexible scheduling. The ideal candidate will have an active...Daily paidExtra incomeFlexible hours$500 per month
Handyman Company is seeking a licensed Relief Veterinarian to join our team in Pasadena, Texas. This role involves performing puppy wellness exams and signing health certificates on a flexible schedule, ideally once a week. The position is perfect for veterinarians looking...Extra incomeFlexible hours1 day per week$500 per month
Handyman Company is looking for a licensed Relief Veterinarian to perform puppy wellness exams at our store in Pearland, Texas, once per week. This role offers a flexible schedule with compensation of $500 per visit. Ideal for a veterinarian seeking supplemental income...Extra incomeFlexible hours1 day per week- A veterinary care provider in Texas seeks an Urgent Care Relief Veterinarian to join their team at UrgentVet - Clear Lake. The role involves managing patient care efficiently without the need for surgery or dentistry. Shifts are primarily evenings and include weekends....Shift workWeekend workAfternoon shift
$230k
...Are you a passionate veterinarian eager to make a difference in a thriving private clinic? We're seeking a small animal Associate Veterinarian for a stunning, well-equipped clinic in Pearland, Texas. Join a supportive and dynamic multi-doctor team committed to excellence...Local areaRelocationRelocation package- ...Job Description Job Description Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Location: Multiple Opportunities Available Nationwide Job Description Aeries Recruiting partners with privately owned veterinary practices across the United States that are actively seeking...
- NVA General Practice is seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join their experienced team in Friendswood, Texas. This role offers a supportive environment where new graduates are welcome to apply, and you'll enjoy a true work-life balance. The clinic features...
- Abqpetcarehospital in Friendswood, Texas is looking for a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced, supportive team of six doctors. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to practice high-quality veterinary medicine while providing excellent care...Relocation package
$180k
...Veterinarian J765085 Pearland Texas USD150K- USD180K / Year Embark on a fulfilling career with a salary up to $180,000, plus a generous sign‑on bonus. Join our dynamic team in an innovative animal hospital located in the heart of Pearland, TX. The Hospital This state‑...Local areaRelocation package- ...years!), Friendswood Animal Clinic, located just south of Houston and minutes from Galveston, is seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced, 6-doctor, upbeat team. This is a fantastic opportunity to practice high-quality medicine with the support...Work at officeRelocation packageFlexible hours
$2,000 per month
Introduction Our client is a privately owned hospital, currently hiring an Associate Veterinarian. The practice sees cats and dogs but would be open to expanding species offerings for an experienced doctor. They are seeking a full-time veterinarian, although they could...Full timePart timeCurrently hiringWork at officeMonday to Friday3 days per week- Job Posting City: Friendswood State: Texas Hospital Name: Friendswood Animal Clinic Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice Employment Type: Permanent National Veterinary AssociationPermanent employment
- ...Veterinarian - Houston - Future Opportunities! At Petfolk, we're reshaping veterinary care by blending high-quality medicine with a welcoming, connected experience for pets, their families, and the professionals who care for them. As a Petfolk Veterinarian, you'll...Night shift
$230k
Atlas Consultancy Group in Pearland, Texas is seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join a thriving multi-doctor clinic. This full-service hospital offers exceptional mentorship, a supportive environment, and opportunities to work with diverse animal species....Flexible hours- A veterinary clinic located just south of Houston is looking for a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join their upbeat team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a well-equipped, fast-paced environment. With strong mentorship...Relocation package
- ...years!), Friendswood Animal Clinic, located just south of Houston and minutes from Galveston, is seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced, 6-doctor, upbeat team. This is a fantastic opportunity to practice high-quality medicine with the support...Work at officeLocal areaRelocation package
$150k
...Emergency Veterinarian J852615 Friendswood Texas USD150K- USD200K / Year Are you looking for the excitement of emergency medicine without the demands of overnight work? An established and rapidly growing daytime Emergency & Urgent Care hospital in Friendswood, TX is seeking...Full timeFlexible hoursShift workWeekend work$118.92k - $171.78k
...Veterinarian The pay range for this role (full-time) is $118,924 - $171,779 annually. This role is also eligible for variable pay based... ...a secure financial future.* Best-in-Class Student Debt Relief Program (for Full-Time DVMs): At Banfield, we understand the significant...Full timeTemporary workPart timeLocal areaFlexible hours- ...Job Description Job Description In-Home Veterinarian — Heartstrings Pet HospiceHouston, Katy, Richmond, The Woodlands, Cinco Ranch, Pearland, Sugar Land, Conroe, Deer Park - Texas & Surrounding Areas At Heartstrings Pet Hospice, we believe veterinarians deserve a...Full timeTemporary workPart timePrivate practiceFlexible hoursWeekend work
$150k - $200k
...Job Description Job Description Salary: $150-200k Urgent Care / Emergency Veterinarian Up to $300K (Cash + Equity Sign-On) Pearland, TX Daytime ER Model No Overnight Shifts This is not a typical veterinary position. This opportunity offers both strong immediate...Full timeShift workWeekend workDay shift$125 - $145 per hour
VCA Inc. seeks a Locum Veterinarian in Pearland, Texas, responsible for preventative care and treatment of pets. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional service, ensure safety, and have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. This role offers a pay range of $125 -...LocumFlexible hours- Heartstrings Pet Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare, located in Texas, seeks an In-Home Veterinarian. This role emphasizes in-home euthanasia and hospice care, providing a supportive and compassionate environment for families at a difficult time. The position offers...Full timePart timeFlexible hours
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Relief Veterinarian. Be the first to apply!



