Pick up shifts across the Birmingham metro. No placement fees, no middlemen.
FlexVet Staffing connects veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work in Birmingham, giving you the opportunity to increase your income while searching for your ideal veterinary position in Alabama. Build valuable experience at various clinics before committing to a permanent role.
FlexVet rates are typically higher than the local average. You set your rate, we match you with clinics willing to pay it.
General Practice
$55–$90
Per hour for GP relief shifts
Specialty / ER
$100–$140
Per hour for specialty/ER shifts
Payment Speed
2 Days
Direct deposit after your shift
From signup to your first shift in under a week
Fill out a quick form. We'll ask about your availability, preferred shift types, and where you're licensed.
Our team finds clinics that fit your preferences and schedule. No algorithms, no bidding. A real person matching you.
Show up, do what you do best, and take care of animals. We handle the logistics and paperwork.
Direct deposit within 2 business days. No chasing invoices, no net-30 waiting.
Birmingham is a mid-size metro where you can build steady weekly bookings without competing against a huge pool of relief DVMs. Suburbs are expanding, and new practices are opening in Trussville, Hoover, and the 280 corridor. Between shifts, you have Red Mountain Park, the Birmingham Zoo, and a restaurant scene that punches above its weight.
Low Cost of Living — Housing and daily expenses run 15-20% below the national average. More of your shift pay stays in your pocket.
Growing Metro — Suburban growth is driving new clinic openings in Hoover, Trussville, and along the I-65 corridor.
Central SE Location — Easy driving distance to Huntsville, Montgomery, and Chattanooga for extra shifts.
I took two weeks of shifts in Birmingham between longer contracts. Busy clinics, friendly staff, and I saved money the whole time.
Fill out the form and our team will reach out within 24 hours to get you set up. No obligations, no pressure. Just a conversation about what you're looking for.
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State Licensing
Alabama requires NAVLE passage and a state jurisprudence exam. Apply through the Alabama Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. CE: 20 hours annually. For a full directory of state veterinary regulatory boards, visit avma.org/education/ecfvg/state-veterinary-regulatory-boards.
Everything you need to know before your first shift in Alabama.
GP relief shifts in Birmingham typically pay $55-$90/hr. ER and specialty work runs $100-$140/hr. Rates vary by clinic, shift timing, and advance booking.
Yes. Alabama requires NAVLE passage and a state jurisprudence exam. Apply through the Alabama Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. For a full list of state veterinary boards, visit avma.org/education/ecfvg/state-veterinary-regulatory-boards.
A relief veterinarian — sometimes called a locum vet — is a licensed DVM who works short-term shifts at veterinary clinics on a flexible, contract-free basis rather than as a permanent employee.
Relief vet pay typically ranges from $150 to $250 per hour depending on location, specialty, and shift length. FlexVet DVMs set their own rates and receive direct deposit within 48 hours of each completed shift.
No, there are no long-term contracts or minimum shift requirements. You can work as much or as little as you choose.
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