Military-friendly market with steady demand and mountain access.
FlexVet Staffing connects veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work in Colorado Springs, giving you the opportunity to increase your income while searching for your ideal veterinary position in Colorado. 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–$105
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 Springs has a mix of small animal GP and some specialty hospitals. Fort Carson and Peterson create a transient pet-owner population that drives consistent demand. Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, and Manitou Springs offer some of the best outdoor access in the state.
Lower Cost of Living — Significantly cheaper than Denver or Boulder while still in the Front Range corridor.
Military-Driven Demand — Fort Carson and Peterson bring a steady flow of pet owners needing local vet care.
Mountain Access — Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods, and Cheyenne Mountain all within 20 min of downtown.
The Springs is underrated. Busy clinics, reasonable cost of living for Colorado, and I hike Garden of the Gods on my lunch break.
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
Colorado requires NAVLE passage. Apply through the CO State Board of Veterinary Medicine. No state-specific exam. CE: 32 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 Colorado.
GP shifts pay $60-$105/hr. ER and specialty runs $110-$150/hr. Slightly lower than Denver but the cost of living difference compensates.
Yes. Military relocations, population growth, and a smaller local DVM pool create steady demand. Many DVMs also take Pueblo or Denver shifts.
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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