Top-tier pay in the largest vet market on the West Coast.
FlexVet Staffing connects veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work in Los Angeles, giving you the opportunity to increase your income while searching for your ideal veterinary position in California. 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
$75–$125
Per hour for GP relief shifts
Specialty / ER
$130–$165
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.
Greater LA covers 80+ cities with different veterinary personalities. West side clinics tend boutique. Valley practices run higher volume. South Bay and OC border clinics offer suburban feel with urban pay. You will not run out of new practices.
Top-Tier Pay — LA consistently ranks among the highest-paying metros for relief DVMs, with GP rates starting above $75/hr.
Huge Market — 80+ cities in the metro. Enough clinics for a full schedule without repeating the same practice.
Specialty Access — Multiple large specialty and emergency hospitals offer premium-rate shifts.
I moved to LA expecting to struggle for shifts. The opposite happened. Fully booked within two weeks, best rates I have earned.
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
California requires NAVLE plus the CA state-specific exam. Full AAVSB VAULT credential transfer required. Apply through the Veterinary Medical Board of CA. CE: 36 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 California.
GP shifts pay $75-$125/hr. ER and specialty runs $130-$165+/hr. West LA and Santa Monica clinics pay at the top.
CA is involved. You need NAVLE plus a CA state-specific exam and full AAVSB VAULT credential transfer. Plan for about 4 months. 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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