Relief Veterinarian (DVM) opportunity in Flint, MI with up to $150,000. Step into a well-reviewed, team-centered small-animal hospital where relief doctors are set up for success.
The Hospital
- Supportive, collaborative environment with veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, skilled assistants, and a dedicated client service team
- Broad case mix spanning preventive care, wellness, dentistry, radiology, ultrasound, EKG, and routine/soft-tissue surgery
- On-site capabilities including digital radiography (X-ray), ultrasound, EKG, in-house laboratory, surgical suite, and in-house pharmacy for same-day diagnostics and treatments
- Hospitalization and intensive care support, plus an isolation ward and clear clinical protocols
- Preventive wellness plans and digital client tools that streamline communication and follow-up care
- Positive local reputation with consistently strong reviews from pet owners
- Organized, day-focused schedule pattern with limited Saturday mornings and closed Sundays
Location
Live and work where culture, community spirit, and convenience come together. Flint offers a revitalized downtown, accessible travel, and a cost of living that makes life more affordable.
- Enjoy a vibrant cultural life at the Flint Cultural Center with museums, a planetarium, and regular performances
- Community pride on display at signature events like Back to the Bricks and year-round festivals
- Proximity to higher education at Kettering University, University of Michigan–Flint, and Mott Community College
- Anchored by major regional employers and a robust healthcare sector
- Walkable downtown with a year-round, nationally recognized farmers market and local dining
- Centrally located with easy highway access, close to Detroit, and served by Bishop International Airport
- Affordable housing and lower living costs help paychecks go further
Benefits
- Flexible relief scheduling with advance planning of shifts
- Continuing education allowance and learning resources
- Professional liability coverage
- Reimbursement for Michigan state licensure and DEA fees
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- 401(k) retirement plan options
- Paid time off and paid holidays (role and status dependent)
- Uniform allowance
- Employee pet care discounts
- Employee assistance and well-being resources
The Role
- Provide high-quality medical care to dogs, cats, and ferrets across wellness, sick, and follow-up visits
- Manage scheduled appointments, drop-offs, and same-day urgent cases within a general practice scope
- Perform wellness exams, basic diagnostics, dentistry, and routine soft-tissue surgery as comfortable
- Utilize on-site digital radiography, ultrasound, EKG, and in-house lab to support same-day diagnostics
- Create clear, timely medical records, estimates, and treatment plans
- Communicate effectively with clients, emphasizing education and preventive care
- Collaborate with LVTs, assistants, and client service staff to maintain efficient patient flow
- Follow hospital protocols for anesthesia, pain management, and infection control, including isolation procedures
- Typical schedule follows daytime hours with occasional Saturday mornings; no Sundays
Requirements
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited institution
- License to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan, or eligibility to obtain
- Authorization to work in the United States
- DEA registration, or eligibility to obtain
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a team-first mindset
- Comfort with general practice; experience in routine surgery and dentistry preferred
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