Overview
Relief Veterinarian (DVM), Small Animal General Practice
Location: Richmond, VA (West End) | Type: Relief / PRN with ongoing weekly opportunity
The Opportunity
A well-established, independently owned small animal general practice in Richmond's West End is seeking a relief DVM for immediate coverage and an ongoing weekly relief relationship. This is a long-standing hospital with a stable support team, a loyal client base, and a collaborative culture that treats relief doctors as part of the team rather than a temporary fill.
Immediate Coverage Needed
- Wednesday, July 29
- Monday, August 24
- Wednesday, August 26
- Thursday, August 27
- Friday, August 28
Shift hours are 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Ongoing Need
The practice is also looking for a consistent relief provider to cover one weekday per week on a recurring basis, with the possibility of adding a four hour Saturday block focused on routine surgery.
Caseload
100 percent small animal. A typical day includes wellness and preventive care visits, sick patient exams, and routine general practice surgery such as small mass removals, spays and neuters, and dental procedures. The hospital is fully equipped with in-house diagnostics, digital imaging, and a trained surgical support staff.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an AVMA accredited program
- Active and unrestricted Virginia DVM license
- Active DEA registration
- Professional liability coverage (PLIT or equivalent)
- Comfort with routine soft tissue surgery and general wellness medicine
- Ability to work independently with strong support staff
What We Offer
- Competitive relief day rates paid promptly
- Flexible scheduling built around your availability
- A consistent, recurring schedule if desired, or single day coverage
- Direct communication with a dedicated recruiter who knows the practice and advocates for you
- No platform fees, no marketplace bidding, no algorithm deciding your schedule