Make more per hour than the average Tech with more opportunities to earn!
Create your own flexible schedule & choose the shifts you want
Hassle-free payments via direct deposit in as little as two business days!
A Relief Veterinary Technician is a vital member of the animal healthcare team, assisting Veterinarians with medical procedures, diagnostics, and patient care. Whether you're preparing animals for surgery, conducting lab tests, or educating pet owners, your role ensures the highest level of care for pets and their families.
A minimum of 5 years experience is required to sign up for Roo. We’ll meet with you to review your skills and experience to find great hospitals that fit your preferences.
We'll conduct a virtual background check with Checkr as part of the onboarding process.
Roo costs nothing to join and there are no membership fees.
You set your own schedule and choose the shifts you want with no minimum shift requirements, non-competes, commitments, or mandates.
Yes! Even if you're employed full-time, you can always pick up relief shifts to earn extra money.
Relief work is also a great way to try new hospitals and specialties, learn from other doctors, and search for your next full-time veterinarian job if you're looking to make a change.
Roo is free to join with no membership fees and no penalties for inactivity so you have nothing to lose!
Hospitals have no visibility into your profile, contact info, or search activity until you request a shift. Hospitals also have no way of seeing who is on the platform. Your activity is hidden from all Roo hospitals until you reach out to them.
Getting paid with Roo is fast and easy! Immediately after you rate a shift, you’ll be paid via direct deposit in as little as two business days!
When you first join Roo, you’ll be prompted through a one-time setup where you fill out a W-9 form and link your bank account. After that, all payments are sent to you automatically, no waiting around and no chasing it down!
No. As a Relief Vet Tech, taxes are not taken out of your income, so you’ll get paid every cent you see listed on the shift card. However, you will be responsible for paying taxes on this income at a later date, so we recommend setting some of your Roo earnings aside for tax payments.
Roo provides a number of resources and significant help with your taxes as an independent contractor, which you can find in our Tax Center. Roo's platform automatically keeps track of your earnings and milage to help you file taxes each year.
No! You have complete control over your schedule. Only work when you want, period. Take as much time off as you like, Roo will always be here for you.
No! It’s completely free for Techs. It costs nothing to join, and there are no membership fees or other costs. You’ll only make money with Roo.
As an independent contractor with Roo, you’ll be responsible for your own health benefits and workers compensation insurance. Roo has teamed with Stride Health to provide a number of options for health benefits.
The average shift length varies depending on the hospital's needs, but Roo allows you to search for shifts that match your availability. This flexibility helps you achieve your desired income while maintaining balance in your personal life.
Unlimited Vacation: Take time off whenever needed without penalties! Roo encourages you to prioritize both professional growth and personal well-being.
As a 1099 contractor through Roo, you'll receive full payment for every shift worked but will be responsible for managing taxes on this income. Roo provides resources to help veterinary technicians navigate tax obligations and maximize deductions.
