Northern Virginia's dense suburban market with DC-adjacent pay.
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 the DMV area. 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
$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.
Northern Virginia is the hub. McLean and Great Falls have premium practices. Fairfax and Reston are high-volume suburban. Arlington and Alexandria bridge into DC. Affluent, educated, pet-focused clientele throughout.
High Earning Potential — DMV clinics consistently pay above national averages.
Dense Clinic Market — Arlington, McLean, Fairfax, Reston have hundreds of practices in a tight radius.
Multi-Jurisdiction Access — VA, DC, MD licenses open the full DMV market.
The DMV is where I make my best East Coast money. Three licenses, never run out of shifts.
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
Virginia requires NAVLE passage. Apply through the VA Board of Veterinary Medicine. CE: 30 hours biennially. Many DVMs here also hold DC and MD 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 Virginia.
GP shifts pay $70-$120/hr. Specialty and ER runs $125-$165/hr. McLean, Great Falls, Bethesda at the top.
For the full market, most DVMs hold VA, DC, and MD licenses. FlexVet can help plan the process. 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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