About this opportunity
Atlas Consultancy Group lists this Associate Veterinarian opportunity in granville county, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Relief Veterinarian | Granville County, NC.
We are recruiting on behalf of a privately owned general practice hospital in Granville County that is looking for a dependable Relief Veterinarian to cover a colleague's leave of absence, with a strong preference for coverage Monday through Friday across November and December.
This well-established small animal hospital treats a broad range of species, including cats, dogs, pocket pets, reptiles, rabbits, birds, and small farm animals, and prides itself on a compassionate, patient-focused approach to care. With a member of the team currently on leave, the hospital has a significant, ongoing coverage need and is genuinely flexible on how that coverage is structured.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants variety and flexibility in their relief work, whether that's a full daily schedule, surgery-only mornings, appointments-only shifts, or shortened hours. The hospital is open to discussing whatever setup suits you best, and a guest house is available on-site for vets who may be travelling from further afield.
The role will involve a standard general practice caseload in 30-minute appointment slots, along with routine surgeries including spays and neuters, lumpectomies, and abscess draining. There's a particular emphasis on dental work, with technicians handling cleaning but the vet needed for extractions. You would be the sole doctor on shift, supported by three experienced vet assistants, each with 5+ years of experience.
Key Highlights
Relief Veterinarian needed Monday-Friday, November and December
Privately owned general practice hospital in Granville County, NC
Hours 9am-5pm, with lunch/break provided 1-3pm (seldom cut short)
On surgery days: surgeries 9am-1pm (2-3 max), appointments 3-5pm
On non-surgery days: appointments 9am-1pm and 3-5pm, walk-ins accepted within reason
Flexible setup options available: appointment-only, surgery-only, or shortened hours
Sole doctor on shift, supported by 3 experienced vet assistants (5+ years experience each)
On-site guest house available for visiting vets
Broad species caseload including cats, dogs, pocket pets, reptiles, rabbits, and birds
About You
DVM or VMD (or equivalent) from an AVMA accredited university
You hold or are eligible for an active North Carolina veterinary license
Comfortable with routine general practice, including spays, neuters, lumpectomies, and abscess draining
Confident performing dental extractions
Open to a flexible or varied shift structure
Confident working independently as the sole doctor on shift
Strong communication skills and a calm, practical approach
Previous relief experience is beneficial, although vets new to relief work are encouraged to enquire
Benefits
Competitive relief pay
Flexible scheduling built around your availability and preferences
On-site guest house available, ideal for vets travelling from further afield
Lunch/break reliably provided
Strong, experienced support team
Shift schedule and clinical expectations communicated in advance
No requirement to perform procedures outside your comfort level
Continued support from Atlas Relief throughout the assignment
Access to more relief opportunities than you would typically secure independently
Personalized hospital matching based on your clinical style and preferences
Support with rate negotiation to maximize earning potential
Administrative coordination handled on your behalf
Fast and reliable payment for your shifts
Option for sustainable long-term partnership or one-off shifts
Next Steps
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