One of the fastest-growing vet markets in the country. Shifts available across the Valley.
FlexVet Staffing connects veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work in Phoenix, giving you the opportunity to increase your income while searching for your ideal veterinary position in Arizona. 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
$60–$100
Per hour for GP relief shifts
Specialty / ER
$110–$150
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.
The Valley covers a massive metro with dozens of suburbs and their own clinic clusters. You can build a schedule across Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, and Chandler without repeating the same clinic in a month. Winter snowbird season (November through April) brings seasonal residents and their pets, pushing caseloads higher.
Year-Round Demand — Housing and daily expenses run 15-20% below the national average. More of your shift pay stays in your pocket.
ER & Specialty Shifts — Multiple 24-hour emergency hospitals across the Valley offer premium rates, especially in summer.
Snowbird Surge — Seasonal residents bring pets from November through April, boosting caseloads.
Phoenix keeps me busier than any market I have worked. Between new clinics in Gilbert and ER shifts in Scottsdale, I could work seven days a week.
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
Arizona requires NAVLE passage. Apply through the AZ Veterinary Medical Examining Board. No state-specific exam. CE: 20 hours biennially. 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 Arizona.
GP relief shifts pay $60-$100/hr. ER and specialty runs $110-$150/hr. Summer and last-minute bookings often command higher rates.
Yes. Fast population growth drives consistent demand. No state-specific licensing exam beyond the NAVLE, making it easier to start than CA or FL. 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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