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Relief Veterinarian

High Point, NCOnsiteContractPosted 29 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • DVM
  • VMD
  • North Carolina veterinary license
  • small animal
  • dogs
  • cats
  • preventive care
  • sick visits
  • urgent cases
  • client communication

Nice to have

  • routine surgical coverage
  • general practice

Role summary

Skeet Club Veterinary Hospital is seeking relief veterinarians for their small animal team in High Point, NC. This 1099 independent contractor role involves seeing dogs and cats for a varied caseload including preventive care, sick visits, and selected urgent cases. Responsibilities include managing appointments independently, communicating effectively with clients and staff, and collaborating with the team. Experience with routine surgical coverage is preferred. The hospital is equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, and an in-house lab. A DVM or VMD degree and a valid North Carolina veterinary license are required. Compensation is $110-$130/hour.

Relief Veterinarian | Skeet Club Veterinary Hospital

  • Compensation: $110–$130/hour, depending on experience
  • Location: 1578 Skeet Club Road, High Point, NC 27265
  • Coverage needed: Monday, Thursday, and Friday are our highest-priority days. Tuesday and Wednesday shifts are also available.
  • No long-term commitment or contract required
  • Skeet Club Veterinary Hospital is seeking relief veterinarians to support our small animal team in High Point. We welcome doctors who enjoy general practice, communicate well with clients and staff, and stay calm when a same-day case needs attention.

    The Relief Role

    You will see dogs and cats for preventive care, sick visits, and selected urgent cases. Appointments are generally 30 minutes. Ear and skin concerns are a significant part of our caseload, and work-ins may include gastrointestinal illness, limping, wounds, and abscesses.

    We can discuss routine surgical coverage based on your experience and the needs of a particular shift. Advanced procedures are handled by a visiting specialist or referred when appropriate.

    Our approximate support staff to doctor ratio is 2:1. Skeet Club has digital radiography and dental radiography, ultrasound, an in-house IDEXX laboratory, and an endoscope. You will work with an experienced team that values clear communication, sound medical judgment, and respectful collaboration.

    Scheduling

    Appointments begin at 8:30 a.m. each day.

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: Last appointment at 4:30 p.m.; doctors generally finish by 5:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday: Last appointment at 1:30 p.m.; doctors generally finish by 2:00 p.m.
  • Full-day shifts: A one-hour unpaid lunch from noon to 1:00 p.m., with the option of arranging a two-hour break, if requested.
  • There is no on-call duty or overnight hospitalization.

    About Skeet Club

    Skeet Club is a close-knit practice with loyal clients and long-tenured team members who step in to help one another. We make strong medical recommendations while working with clients on appropriate alternatives when needed. Relief doctors who are comfortable with a varied GP caseload and treat the support team as partners in care will fit well here.

    Requirements

  • DVM or VMD degree
  • Valid North Carolina veterinary license
  • Ability to manage small animal appointments independently
  • Strong client communication and a collaborative approach with the hospital team
  • Please Note

  • This is a 1099 independent contractor role.
  • Benefits are not included.
  • Interested?

    Whether you have regular availability or would like to pick up occasional shifts, we would welcome a conversation. Apply today to discuss scheduling and fit.

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