Relief Veterinarian

Relief Veterinarian Print ( Apply ufeff Relief Veterinarian Salary $68.75 - $82.93 Hourly Location Fort Myers, FL Job Type Occasional Job Number 07571KL Department Animal Services Opening Date 06/04/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Exempt + Description + Benefits Description Are you a passionate veterinarian looking to make a meaningful impactu2014on your schedule? Lee County Domestic Animal Services is seeking a skilled On-Call Relief Veterinarian to provide essential, compassionate care to shelter animals while enjoying the flexibility of per diem work. Whether you're supplementing your current practice, easing into retirement, or exploring shelter medicine, this is your opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that values your time, talent, and dedication. Why Join Us as a Relief Veterinarian? At Lee County Domestic Animal Services, we combine public service with high-quality animal care in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. As an on-call relief veterinarian, youu2019ll step in during staff absences, high-volume days, or emergent needsu2014making a tangible difference when it matters most. Our facility includes: + State-of-the-art surgical and diagnostic equipment, including dental and radiology tools + Fully equipped treatment and exam rooms, wet tables, and a dedicated surgical suite + Robust pharmacy and computerized medical records + A highly trained, compassionate veterinary technician team + An organized, efficient shelter committed to best practices in animal care Duties and Responsibilities Your Impact In this flexible relief role, your contributions may include: + Conducting medical evaluations and triage for new arrivals and in-shelter animals + Providing urgent care and stabilizing emergency cases + Performing surgical and dental procedures as needed + Collaborating on treatment plans with staff veterinarians and leadership + Ensuring adherence to shelter medicine protocols and public health standards + Supporting cruelty or neglect investigations through medical documentation Education, Experience, Licensing Qualifications:To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements: + Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)or equivalent from an accredited veterinary institution recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) + Active Florida Veterinarian Licensein good standing at the time of hire + USDA Category I license, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment + Ability to obtain aFederal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license + Valid driveru2019s license with an acceptable driving record Supplemental Information Status: On-call, relief-based scheduling Hours: As needed, typically Mondayu2013Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; may include occasional after-hours availability for emergency consultation Location: Lee County Domestic Animal Services, Fort Myers, FL EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area. Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria. Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both. Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees. For a more detailed look into our benefits package, please click visit our webpage at Benefits/2024 Benefits/FULLTIME ACTIVE LCBOCC 2024 Plan Year OE Guide FINAL AON 2023.09.12.pdf. To view our employee paid premiums, please visit: Benefits/2024 Benefits/2024 Active Employee Rates.pdf Health Benefits: u2022 Medical Insurance u2022 Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits. u2022 Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available. u2022 Dental Insurance u2022 Vision Insurance u2022 Flexible Spending Accounts u2022 Medical Reimbursement Account u2022 Dependent Care Reimbursement Account u2022 Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy u2022 Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline) u2022 Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee) u2022 Optional Life Insurance u2022 Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee) u2022 Short-Term Disability u2022 Sick Leave Pool u2022 Flu vaccinations u2022 Wellness Programs Financial Benefits: u2022 Florida Retirement System (FRS) u2022 Two Retirement Plan Options: 1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit) 2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution) u2022 Deferred Compensation (457) Plans u2022 Financial Savings/Management Programs u2022 Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union u2022 Employee Leave Benefits u2022 Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually u2022 Paid Sick Leave u2022 Paid Vacation Leave u2022 Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave u2022 Family and Medical Leave u2022 Military Family & Medical Leave u2022 Educational Leave Employee Assistance Program Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents. United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program) Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors. Educational Assistance Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform. Employer Lee County Government Address P.O. Box 398 ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, Florida, 33902 Phone (239) 533-2245 Website Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email

Created: 2025-12-05