Locum Veterinarian (Phoenix, AZ)

VeterinarianFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Western Veterinary Partners is seeking a regional Locum Veterinarian in Phoenix.

This is a full-time or part-time position that is perfect for doctors easily connect with diverse teams and would find fulfillment having a dynamic caseload. It's also a great opportunity for DVMs who enjoy traveling, working mothers, retirees, or doctors who aren't interested in full-time scheduling.

We’re looking to hire a veterinarian who will easily adapt to each hospital’s culture/needs and has hands-on experience working with small animals. To be considered for the role, you must be a licensed DVM (or have the ability to become licensed) in Arizona.

As you rotate through our locations, you’ll primarily find yourself at small animal GPs, and although each of our locations are different, excellent medicine and well-trained support staff are a staple of them all.

Full-time Benefits Include

  • Generous compensation commensurate with experience
  • Exciting bonus program
  • 401 (K) options with matching
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Flexible work schedule
  • 3 weeks PTO
  • Annual CE allowance with days to attend
  • Paid parental leave/bonding time
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Professional development assistance
  • Paid license renewal fees and membership dues
  • AVMA PLIT coverage
  • Guidance from a talented Medical Advisory Board
  • Plus much more!

Qualifications

Required

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine, or equivalent certification for international graduates
  • Successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)
  • Active Arizona veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
  • Preferred
  • Experience utilizing digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house diagnostics
  • Experience in small animal general practice, urgent care, or companion animal medicine
  • Leadership experience or interest in veterinary leadership
  • Strong communication, mentorship, and client relationship skills

If a varied caseload and opportunity to connect with hospitals throughout Arizona sounds like a dream, connect today to learn more about our hospitals and how you'll be incorporated into their teams!

Western Veterinary Partners is a people-centric veterinary support organization. Our mission is to improve the lives of veterinarians, and help them grow professionally and personally, while providing a supportive environment for team members, families, and their pets. We have several locations throughout Arizona that are committed to client education and vary between single-doctor and multi-doctor practices.

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.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

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 Locum Veterinarian will rotate through various small animal general practice locations to provide high-quality medical care. They are expected to adapt quickly to different hospital cultures and work effectively with diverse support teams.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Small animal medicineClient communicationClinical practice

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona 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, 96% require no weekends.

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Living in Phoenix

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$406k
Typical market rent
$1,574/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible work schedule
Exciting bonus program
401(k) options with matching
Mileage reimbursement
3 weeks PTO
Annual CE allowance with days to attend
Paid parental leave/bonding time
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance