PNW pay premium with world-class outdoor access and no income tax.
FlexVet Staffing connects veterinarians with clinics offering part-time relief work in Seattle, giving you the opportunity to increase your income while searching for your ideal veterinary position in the Pacific Northwest. 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.
Seattle's market is well-paying and varied. Eastside clinics (Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond) serve tech clientele investing in care. Capitol Hill and Ballard have urban boutique practices. Tacoma adds suburban options. No income tax combined with high rates makes the take-home math very strong.
No State Income Tax — WA has no income tax. Combined with high rates, take-home pay is among the best in the country.
Tech-Industry Clientele — Eastside pet owners (Bellevue, Redmond) have tech incomes and spend accordingly on vet care.
PNW Outdoor Access — Mountains, water, hiking, skiing all within an hour.
Seattle is where I settled. No income tax, premium rates, hiking the Cascades every weekend. Best financial math I have found.
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
Washington requires NAVLE plus the WA state jurisprudence exam. Apply through WA Dept of Health Veterinary Board. CE: 30 hours biennially. 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 Washington.
GP shifts pay $70-$120/hr. Specialty and ER runs $125-$165/hr. Bellevue and Kirkland at the top.
Yes. Relief vets are self-employed. WA 0% vs OR 9.9% or CA 13.3% means significantly more per shift.
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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