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American Veterinary Group

Relief Veterinarian

Foley, AL · On-site

Dykes Veterinary Clinic Description We are seeking a Relief Veterinarian to cover shifts at our hospital. If you are an experienced vet, more recent graduate, or someone interested in venturing into ...

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How much do relief veterinary jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for relief veterinary in the United States is $71,735.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,500.00 and $76,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are relief veterinarians?

Relief veterinarians are licensed veterinary professionals who temporarily fill in for regular veterinarians at animal hospitals or clinics. They provide veterinary care when the full-time staff is unavailable due to vacations, illness, or staffing shortages. Relief vets can work independently or with agencies and often enjoy flexible schedules and exposure to varied clinical environments. Their services help clinics maintain continuity of care and operations without interruptions.

What are some common challenges faced by relief veterinarians, and how can they be addressed?

Relief veterinarians often face challenges such as quickly adapting to new clinic environments, working with unfamiliar teams, and understanding each practice’s unique protocols. To address these challenges, successful relief vets prioritize strong communication skills, arrive early to review procedures, and maintain an organized approach to patient care. Building positive rapport with staff and being flexible with different workflows can also help ensure a smooth transition and effective collaboration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Relief Veterinarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Relief Veterinarian, you need a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, veterinary licensure, and strong diagnostic and surgical skills. Familiarity with veterinary practice management software, laboratory equipment, and common diagnostic tools is typically required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills help you integrate quickly with new teams and provide compassionate care to diverse patients. These skills ensure high-quality, consistent veterinary care and seamless support for clinics during staffing gaps.

What is the difference between Relief Veterinary vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectRelief VeterinaryVeterinary Technician
CredentialsVaries; often licensed veterinarians or experienced veterinary staffLicensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Work EnvironmentMultiple clinics, hospitals, or mobile settings; flexible scheduleVeterinary clinics, hospitals, or specialty practices; consistent work environment
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by clinics hiring temporary or fill-in vets; industry-wideEmployed directly by veterinary practices; industry standard role

Relief Veterinary professionals provide temporary veterinary services across various clinics, offering flexibility and coverage. Veterinary Technicians are licensed or certified staff members working consistently within a single practice or group, focusing on patient care and technical procedures. While Relief Vets fill in as needed, Veterinary Technicians are integral team members with ongoing responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Relief Veterinary job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,735 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Relief Veterinary Technician - Emergency

BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital

Cary, NC • On-site

$20 - $40.50/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
BluePearl Pet Hospital is hiring experienced RELIEF Veterinary Technicians to work in our busy Emergency and Critical Care department.
Pay: $20.00 - $40.50 / hour
This pay band is a starting point and is dependent on experience and advancement through our competency leveling system.
** Candidates with VTS credentialing are eligible for compensation commensurate with experience**
BluePearl Pet Hospital, the role of Veterinary Technician is an exciting, fast-paced opportunity that will allow you to utilize the skills that you have worked so hard to gain. We will also give you the chance to expand and grow your skills, all while working alongside some of the most talented veterinary professionals.
As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will:
  • Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment.
  • Triage emergency cases as they arrive at the hospital including obtaining vitals such as temperature heart rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure.
  • Perform digital radiography using proper technique including proper positioning of patients.

  • Have a complete understanding of normal ranges of patient vital signs, including but not limited to heart and respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure and oxygen saturation.
  • Obtain and interpret blood pressure and other vital signs and alert Veterinarian to changes and issues.
  • Identify patients at risk for arrest and initiate CPR.
  • Properly calculate medical math (including constant rate infusions) and administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
  • Are proficient at performing phlebotomy and placing intravenous catheters in all peripheral vessels.

  • Place and maintain feeding tubes and central line catheters.
  • Have a passion for mentoring and training other co-workers.
  • Have patience and empathy to address client concerns.

Why BluePearl?
  • Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
  • We encourage you to grow with us. Our technicians are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience. We are focused on developing our associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, our associates have endless opportunities to advance in his/her career.
  • In order to transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning. We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our own BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.

We value your health and well-being as an associate by providing you with the following:
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

  • Parental Leave benefits
  • Flexible work schedules.
  • Time to reset, rewind, and reflect through our paid time off and floating holiday plans.
  • A regional licensed social worker who can provide guidance, advice, and tips/tricks on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while working in a fast-paced emergency and specialty care environment.

  • We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together. We believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment-based green card.

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