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Small Door Veterinary

Per Diem Veterinarian

Boston, MA · On-site

Per-Diem Or Relief Veterinarian Small Door is membership-based veterinary care designed with human ... We designed and delivered a reimagined veterinary experience via a membership that includes ...

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Relief Veterinarian

Morris, IL · On-site

$1.2K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Relief Veterinarian Morris, IL Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian (W-2) - Central Illinois We're seeking an experienced W-2 Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian to provide coverage across Pine Bluff Animal ...

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Relief Veterinarian

Dwight, IL · On-site

$1.2K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Relief Veterinarian Morris, IL Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian (W-2) - Central Illinois We're seeking an experienced W-2 Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian to provide coverage across Pine Bluff Animal ...

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Relief Veterinarian

Morris, IL · On-site

$1.2K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian (W-2) - Central Illinois We're seeking an experienced W-2 Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian to provide coverage across Pine Bluff Animal Hospital, Skinner Animal Clinic ...

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Relief Veterinarian

Wilmington, IL · On-site

$1.2K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Relief Veterinarian Morris, IL Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian (W-2) - Central Illinois We're seeking an experienced W-2 Relief / Per Diem Veterinarian to provide coverage across Pine Bluff Animal ...

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How much do per diem veterinary jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem veterinary in the United States is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Per Diem Veterinary vs Emergency Veterinary Technician?

AspectPer Diem VeterinaryEmergency Veterinary Technician
CredentialsVeterinary Technician LicenseVeterinary Technician License
Work EnvironmentGeneral clinics, scheduled shiftsEmergency clinics, irregular hours
Employer & IndustryAnimal clinics, hospitals24/7 emergency hospitals
Work FocusRoutine care, scheduled proceduresCritical care, urgent procedures

Per Diem Veterinary roles typically involve scheduled, routine veterinary care in general clinics, while Emergency Veterinary Technicians work in urgent, high-pressure emergency settings. Both require veterinary technician credentials but differ mainly in work environment and focus.

How do per diem veterinary roles typically integrate into existing clinic teams, and what should I expect in terms of collaboration?

Per diem veterinarians often work alongside regular staff, filling in during peak times or when full-time doctors are unavailable. You can expect to quickly adapt to each clinic's protocols while collaborating closely with veterinary technicians and support staff to provide seamless patient care. Effective communication and flexibility are crucial, as you'll frequently encounter new team dynamics and workflows. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy variety and are comfortable jumping into different environments with minimal onboarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a per diem veterinarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Per Diem Veterinarian, you need a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, a valid veterinary license, and strong diagnostic and surgical skills. Familiarity with veterinary practice management software, digital radiography, and anesthesia monitoring equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and teamwork help per diem veterinarians integrate quickly into different clinical environments and build rapport with staff and clients. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining workflow efficiency in a variety of veterinary settings.

What is a per diem veterinary?

A Per Diem Veterinary professional is a veterinarian who works on an as-needed, temporary, or substitute basis rather than as a full-time or part-time permanent employee. These veterinarians typically fill in during staff shortages, busy periods, or when regular staff members are on leave. Per diem veterinarians may work at different clinics or hospitals and often have flexible schedules. This arrangement allows both the employer and the veterinarian to have flexibility in staffing and work-life balance.
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Infographic showing various Per Diem Veterinary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,144 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Per Diem/On-Call ECC/ICU Veterinary Technician

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

Buzzards Bay, MA • On-site

$48.50/hr

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Position at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists
Per Diem/ On-Call ECC/ICU Veterinary Technician (Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists)
Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is looking for an experienced per diem veterinary technician for the ECC/ICU department. If you are looking for a second income or prefer not to have a set schedule, we'd love to hear from you!
At Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists, we're passionate about what we do and looking for like-minded individuals to join our ECC team in Buzzards Bay, MA. As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to utilize your technical skills while continuing to learn and grow your expertise.
About This Role
As an ECC nurse, you'll play a crucial role in the emergency team, supporting doctors and teammates to ensure each patient receives high-quality care, from triage and admission to hospitalization and discharge. You can expect to use or learn skills in pain management, trend changes and system monitoring, transfusion medicine, and mechanical ventilation or table cases.
Responsibilities and Functions
  • Perform emergency triage, obtain vitals, gather health histories, and document interactions, information, and observations using EMRs
  • Assist in stabilizing critically ill patients as they present to the ER.
  • Utilize technical skills to perform exceptional medical care, including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and diagnostic imaging.
  • Assist emergency clinicians with procedures through induction, prep, monitoring, and recovery.
  • Provide advanced nursing to critically ill patients utilizing sophisticated technical skills, exceptional communication and advocacy, and compassionate care
  • Be a fundamental member of each patient's healthcare team through advocacy, collaboration, communication, and inpatient and outpatient teamwork.
Schedule and Benefits
  • We have open shifts that range from 6, 8, and 12 hours on days, swings, and overnights.
  • Pay Range for per diem hours: $22 to $32/hr
  • On-call- $3/hr. If called in, the hourly rate is $48.50
Education Qualifications
  • Current CVT, LVT, or RVT, or the ability to obtain licensure within six months, is strongly preferred
  • VTS (ECC) preferred, or the desire to earn a specialization
  • RECOVER certified preferred
Required Experience Qualifications
  • Two years of veterinary ECC experience is required
  • Experience in anesthesia and monitoring of emergency procedures (such as wound repairs)
Key Competencies
  • Excellent communication and time management skills
  • Enthusiastic team player with a patient and positive professional attitude
  • Must be able to anticipate patient and team needs and be detail-oriented due to the high level of quality medicine
  • Must have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and able to handle stress in a calm manner
  • Ability to apply critical thinking to problem-solving and to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively

About Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists
Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) is a growing specialty and emergency-critical care hospital in Buzzards Bay and Dennis, MA. With more than 20 specialists across nine specialties, our highly skilled and compassionate team works to ensure pets receive quality, gold-standard medical care. As the only emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands, CCVS continues to grow to keep up with the needs of our community. We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced veterinary professionals who welcome the challenge of meeting the highest standards for quality and performance while possessing a friendly and positive team-player approach.

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