Flexible Veterinary Relief & Hiring
Tap into the largest network of Vets & Techs for relief coverage & hiring opportunities to provide exceptional care whenever your clients need it.
- Give time off without turning pets away
- Add appointments when you’re busiest
- Expand your team to power sustainable growth
What can Roo do for you?
Vet & Tech Relief Staffing
Consistently find quality coverage with the largest network of over 20,000 Vets & Techs
Full & Part-Time Hiring
Make informed hiring decisions based on real experience working together
Host Externships
Connect with hundreds of Vet Students in the only national externship network
Reliable Relief Support
Enhance your clients’ experience with greater appointment availability and shorter wait times while lowering stress for you and your team.
of relief coverage provided!
“Knowing that we can get those shifts filled… gives us managers a sense of relief”
- Amber Miller, Practice Manager - The Veterinary Center at Fishhawk
More coverage, more often
Consistently find talented Vets & Techs you can count on with the largest relief network
Flexible to fit your budget
Get cost-effective support with customizable full or partial day shifts & only pay when you find coverage
A match made in practice
Our expert team matches your hospital with our most talented Veterinarians and Technicians while supporting both sides of every career transition. Learn More
“She came in with such a presence and immediately gained the trust of the other doctor. It felt like she had worked here for years.”
- Megan Boda, Hospital Manager - Highland Square Family Vet
Test the fit before you commit
Work together and see how they care for pets, connect with your clients, and mesh with your existing team
The way hiring should be
No more sifting through resumes or waiting on applications — we source and screen
Staff smarter with peer reviews
Review honest feedback from other hospitals where candidates have worked
Beat the vet shortage by being proactive
Be the first to connect with the next generation of Vets by mentoring students at your hospital.
What is a veterinary externship anyway?
Like an internship but shorter! Current veterinary students will shadow doctors and help out at your hospitals to get practical experience for around 2 to 6 weeks.
Level up your recruiting
Students talk — providing a great experience gets the word out about your hospital
Spread passion & positivity
Vet students arrive excited & eager to learn with an infectious love of vet med that energizes the teams they work with
Free & customizable
You’ll determine the length, terms, and any pay or stipends with your student
Frequently Asked Questions
Do hospitals need to post a minimum number of shifts?
NO! You have the flexibility to use Roo as much or as little as you like with zero upfront costs, no membership fees, and no minimum shift posting requirements. Post unlimited shifts whenever you need coverage, and only pay for shifts you confirm. You won’t be charged until 72 hours before a shift, and our cancellation policies are flexible in case things change.
How are payments and payroll taxes handled?
By us! Roo takes care of all payments and payroll taxes! That’s work off your plate and time saved. You’ll never have to worry about whether a Roo relief professional will be paid on time, and you won’t have to deal with any taxes or start paperwork. With Roo, it’s all taken care of.
What are the rates for relief services?
Roo’s shift prices are based on market factors like your hospital’s location, type of veterinary work performed, and the length of the shift itself.
We’ll always let you know what a shift will cost before you post it. If a shift is priced too high for your budget, you can bring down the cost by adjusting start/end times and other shift details.
🦘 Roo Pro Tip: Partial day relief shifts during busy periods are a great way to add appointments and generate additional revenue while keeping costs low.
What is my hospital staff responsible for when a Roo relief professional comes for a shift?
How you facilitate Roo Relief Vets and Techs at your hospital is up to you. We recommend providing a smooth and enjoyable experience as this will keep the best Vets and Techs coming back to support your hospital.
Some best practices include reaching out to your Relief Vet or Tech at least 24 hours before their shift using the 🔔 Roo Messaging feature to let them know what to expect and share any relevant information about your hospital (like where to park, dress code, PIMS login info, etc.).
To save time, you can automatically share important information with Onboarding Documents that will be sent to confirmed Vets or Techs ahead of their shifts.
To learn more, check out our Relief Tools, Tips & Best Practices
How are Roo's relief vets and techs screened? What are their qualifications?
Roo is devoted to connecting you with Veterinarians and Technicians that you can depend on to provide exceptional care. You can view the work history and experience of all our professionals in their profiles and read reviews from any hospitals they’ve worked with.
All our relief professionals are fully licensed in the state(s) in which they fulfill shifts. We confirm their qualifications during our interview process and conduct background checks.
You’ll be able to see if they have DEA registration, Fear Free certification, and for Technicians — what procedures they’re comfortable performing based on their Roo Tech Tier.
You’ll always get to make an informed decision for who supports your hospital.
Can I hire a Relief Vet or Tech full-time?
YES! This is encouraged. If you’ve met a Vet or Tech through Roo that you love working with, we’re here to support both sides of their career transition.
To learn how we can support your hiring process, email placements@roo.vet.
