Relief / Part-Time Veterinarian

Relief / Part-Time Veterinarian 321 Town Center Loop, Waynesville, NC 28786 $20

• $125 an hour
• Part-time, Full-time $20
• $125 an hour
• Part-time, Full-time Looking for a slower pace of life while still making a meaningful impact?

This might be exactly what you've been searching for. If you're ready to step away from the stress of corporate veterinary medicine and get back to simply helping animals, we'd love to talk. At Salem's Sanctuary, your time is spent where it matters most—caring for animals, performing surgery, and making a direct difference in your community. This is a mission-driven, low-cost hospital designed to bring veterinary medicine back to its roots: helping animals without pressure, quotas, or burnout. What You'll Do You design your ideal role here. Whether you prefer surgery-only, medical-only, or a mix, we'll build your responsibilities around what you enjoy and how you like to practice. Perform spay/neuter surgeries (cats and small dogs) at a comfortable pace Diagnose and treat common medical conditions Conduct sick visits and basic urgent care Perform small procedures (wound repair, mass removals, etc.) Perform enucleations and other necessary procedures Perform dental cleanings and extractions (if comfortable) Work alongside trained assistants and supportive volunteer veterinarians What Makes This Role Different Low-stress environment: No quotas, no upselling, no production pressure Sustainable pace: Focus on quality care, not rushing Supportive team: Skilled assistants + volunteer/retired veterinarians Minimal client conflict: Focus on medicine, not difficult interactions Flexible structure: Build a schedule that fits your life Meaningful impact: Every case directly reduces suffering and overpopulation Who This Is Perfect For Veterinarians seeking a calmer, more rewarding pace Semi-retired or retired vets who want to stay involved Vets stepping away from corporate or high-pressure environments Those who enjoy surgery and hands-on care without burnout Requirements DVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary school Active North Carolina veterinary license Professional Liability Insurance Schedule Options Part-time, full-time, relief, or flexible ongoing role Choose your days and workload Surgery-focused, medical-focused, or a mix Compensation Flexible and individualized—volunteer, stipend-based, or paid options available Many veterinarians choose to volunteer their time as part of our mission, while others take on a compensated role depending on their level of involvement We are open to creating a paid position for the right candidate who can help us grow and expand our impact Opportunity for strong earnings on surgery-focused days, based on your preferred workload Our priority is finding the right fit—we're happy to build a structure that works for you This isn't just another veterinary job. It's an opportunity to: Prevent unwanted litters through accessible spay/neuter Provide care to animals who would otherwise go without Practice medicine in a way that feels sustainable again Be part of building something meaningful—without burnout Contact Kat Carothers at Kat@SalemsSanctuary.org to learn more.

Pay:

$20.00

• $125.

00 per hour People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person