Virginia's capital with steady demand and lower cost of living than NoVA.
FlexVet Staffing connects veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work in Richmond, allowing you to increase your income while searching for your ideal veterinary position in Virginia. 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
$58–$100
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.
Richmond moves at a different pace than NoVA. Strong city identity (food scene, James River outdoor access, historic neighborhoods) and a smaller, more connected vet community. Short Pump and Midlothian have highest clinic density.
Lower Cost of Living — Richmond housing is a fraction of NoVA or D.C.
Less Competition — Fewer relief DVMs means more shifts and stronger clinic relationships.
James River Lifestyle — River access, hiking, and one of the best restaurant scenes in the SE.
Richmond is the most underrated relief market in Virginia. Good shifts, lower rent, kayaking the James on days off.
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 $58-$100/hr. ER and specialty runs $110-$150/hr. Short Pump and West End at the high end.
Richmond supports 3-4 days/week for most DVMs. Many supplement with NoVA or Hampton Roads shifts for a full week.
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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