Relief Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes callIncludes weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$1,500/shift

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Employment & setting
Per Diem · on_site
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Relief Veterinarian (1099) – Recurring Saturdays
  • New York, NY
  • Seeking Relief DVM for Ongoing Per Diem Opportunity | Pure Paws Veterinary Care – Hudson Square

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hudson Square is seeking a relief veterinarian for a consistent, ongoing Saturday schedule in New York City. This is an ideal opportunity for a doctor already working elsewhere who is looking to add 1 day per week on a consistent basis, a veterinarian seeking dependable supplemental income, or someone who prefers ongoing relief work in a structured setting without being locked into a contract.

Enjoy a predictable, well-supported environment in a busy Manhattan neighborhood, where a highly trained, experienced team and modern equipment allow you to focus on medicine and client care with a steady caseload.

Details

  • Compensation: $1,500/shift
  • Schedule: Saturdays, 3 to 4 per month
  • Shift: 9AM – 5PM, 30-minute paid lunch break
  • No contract required

You’ll be supported by a strong, experienced team of LVTs, assistants, and CSRs. This role is best suited for a doctor who is confident working independently and comfortable functioning as a solo practitioner in the hospital during their shift.

About the Hospital

Pure Paws Veterinary Care of Hudson Square is a full-service hospital offering wellness care, urgent care, dentistry, surgery, and advanced diagnostics. The clinic is equipped with ultrasound, digital and dental X-ray, in-house lab, therapeutic laser, EKG, echocardiogram, and more.

The focus on preventive medicine supports long-term patient health while also allowing flexibility to accommodate urgent care needs. This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a strong emphasis on quality medicine, efficiency, and team support.

Located in Hudson Square, the practice serves clients across SoHo, West Village, Tribeca, and surrounding Manhattan neighborhoods, with easy access to public transportation. As part of a three-hospital Pure Paws network in NYC, alongside Clinton Hill and Hell’s Kitchen, the team benefits from a collaborative and well-connected environment.

Requirements

  • DVM or VMD from an accredited institution
  • Active New York veterinary license in good standing
  • 3+ years’ experience in general practice and/or urgent care preferred
  • Comfortable working independently in a high-volume setting
  • Strong clinical judgment and client communication skills

Please Note

  • This is a 1099 independent contractor role
  • No benefits included

Interested?

Apply today to discuss availability and fit.

Location

  • Pure Paws Veterinary Care – Hudson Square
  • 350 Hudson St., New York, NY 10014

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive veterinary care including wellness, urgent care, and surgery as a solo practitioner on Saturdays. Manage a steady caseload while utilizing modern diagnostic equipment and collaborating with a support team of technicians and assistants.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Digital X-rayIndependent Practice

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 100% have no call, 100% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$876k
Typical market rent
$4,154/mo
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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