Find relief DVM shifts in Dallas-Fort Worth. No placement fees.
FlexVet Staffing links veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work, giving you the chance to boost your income while you search for your ideal veterinary position in Texas. Gain valuable experience at different 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–$110
Per hour for GP relief shifts
Specialty / ER
$115–$155
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.
Dallas-Fort Worth is a sprawling TX metro with a deep vet market. Competitive rates, no state income tax, and moderate cost of living make the financial picture attractive. Suburban growth drives new clinic openings.
No State Income Tax — TX has no income tax. More of every shift dollar stays in your pocket.
Large Market — The Dallas-Fort Worth metro has enough clinics for a full schedule without repeating practices.
Moderate Cost of Living — TX living costs sit below most coastal metros while pay stays competitive.
Dallas-Fort Worth is where the math works best for me. Good rates, no income tax, enough clinics to fill my 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
Texas requires NAVLE plus the TX state jurisprudence exam. Apply through the TX Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. CE: 18 hours annually. 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 Texas.
GP shifts pay $60-$110/hr. ER and specialty runs $115-$155/hr.
Yes. TX requires NAVLE plus the TX state jurisprudence exam. CE: 18 hours annually. 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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