Access clinics across Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey.
FlexVet Staffing connects veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work in the Tri-State Metro Area, giving you the opportunity to increase your income while searching for your ideal veterinary position in Connecticut. 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
$70–$120
Per hour for GP relief shifts
Specialty / ER
$125–$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.
Fairfield County (CT) practices cater to high-income clientele. Westchester (NY) and Bergen County (NJ) offer similar demographics. You can build a schedule spanning three states without driving more than 45 minutes between shifts. The tradeoff: you may need up to three state licenses.
Affluent Client Base — Greenwich, Westport, Westchester, Bergen County pet owners invest heavily in vet care.
Dense Market — Hundreds of clinics within a 45-minute radius.
Multi-State Flexibility — CT, NY, and NJ access gives you the largest possible shift pool in the Northeast.
The tri-state area is the most shift-dense market I have worked. Five days a week without leaving a 30-mile radius.
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
Connecticut requires NAVLE passage. Apply through CT Dept of Public Health. CE: 20 hours biennially. Tri-state DVMs may also need NY and NJ licenses. 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 Connecticut.
GP shifts pay $70-$120/hr. Specialty and ER runs $125-$165/hr. Greenwich and Westchester tend to pay highest.
To work across all three states, yes. CT, NY, and NJ each require separate licenses. FlexVet can help you prioritize. 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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