Find relief DVM shifts in Long Island. No placement fees.
FlexVet Staffing connects veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work in Long Island, giving you the opportunity to increase your income while searching for your ideal veterinary position in New York. 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.
One of the densest suburban vet markets in the country. Nassau County (Garden City, Great Neck) trends upscale. Suffolk (Huntington, Smithtown, Hamptons) is varied.
Dense Clinic Market — Hundreds of practices across Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Affluent Clients — LI pet owners, especially North Shore and Hamptons, invest heavily in care.
Hamptons Premium — Summer brings seasonal pet owners and premium shift opportunities.
I found consistent shifts and well-managed clinics in Long Island. Solid addition to any NY relief rotation.
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
New York requires NAVLE passage. Apply through NY State Education Dept. License verification from all prior states required. CE: 24 hours triennially. 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 New York.
GP shifts in Long Island pay $70-$120/hr. ER and specialty runs $125-$165/hr.
Yes. NY requires NAVLE passage. Apply through the NY State Education Dept. License verification from all prior states required. 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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