Relief Veterinarian- Pawsitive Veterinary Care
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Job Description
Relief Veterinarian Pawsitive Veterinary Care | Tulsa, Oklahoma
Step into a hospital where your skills are valued, your autonomy is respected, and your impact is immediate.
Pawsitive Veterinary Care is looking for a confident Relief Veterinarian who’s ready to jump in, make a difference, and enjoy the flexibility of relief work, without sacrificing the support of an exceptional team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love a varied caseload, and take pride in delivering high-quality and compassionate medicine, this is your opportunity.
This is not a “just fill in” role. We’re looking for a doctor who can take the lead on cases, connect with clients, and confidently perform surgery. We would like someone who enjoys being hands-on and making a real impact from day one.
What You’ll Love About This Role
- No walk-ins- schedule runs off of appointments.
- A dynamic, engaging caseload that keeps your days interesting
- The ability to practice medicine your way with strong technical support
- A collaborative, upbeat team that’s ready to support you from the moment you walk in
- The chance to make an immediate difference for patients and clients
What You’ll Do
- Deliver compassionate care across a wide range of small animal cases
- Perform routine soft tissue surgeries independently and efficiently (surgery skills required)
- Build trust with clients through clear and compassionate communication
- Step in seamlessly and keep the day running smoothly
What We’re Looking For
- DVM or equivalent with an active (or eligible) Oklahoma license
- Strong GP experience and clinical confidence
- Proven surgical proficiency—this is a must
- Adaptability, reliability, and a team-first attitude
- Someone who enjoys jumping in and making an impact
About Us
Pawsitive Veterinary Care is a well-established, community-loved practice with a reputation for compassionate care. Our experienced support staff and in-house capabilities allow our doctors to focus on what they do best - practice great medicine.
Perks & Flexibility
- Competitive relief compensation
- Flexible scheduling that works for you
- Opportunity for ongoing or repeat shifts
- A welcoming, drama-free environment where you can simply focus on doing great work
If you’re a skilled veterinarian who loves surgery, values flexibility, and wants to be part of a team that truly appreciates what you bring to the table, we want to meet you!
Let’s connect and get you on the schedule.
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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Key Responsibilities
The Relief Veterinarian will provide compassionate care for small animal patients and perform routine soft tissue surgeries independently. They are expected to build trust with clients through clear communication and maintain efficient hospital operations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree with an active or eligible Oklahoma license. Strong general practice experience and proven surgical proficiency are required for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Oklahoma is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Oklahoma clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 92% require no weekends.
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