Per Diem Veterinarian

Job Description:

Per Diem Veterinarian

Description

Position Description

The City of Fresno offers outstanding career opportunities for veterinarians seeking flexible, shift-paid scheduling who have a passion for making an impact on life-saving efforts at the Fresno Animal Center. These positions will significantly enhance spay and neuter surgical capacity and medical care provided to homeless pets, helping them recover and quickly find homes. This position will work closely with and provide critical relief for the staff Veterinarian and be instrumental in carrying out the City Manager's vision for the veterinary programs for the community.

The ideal candidate should possess thorough knowledge of veterinary treatment, prevention, control, and surgical procedures, as well as care for a wide range of animals. Additionally, they should be familiar with California state, federal, and municipal animal health laws and regulations governing the impounding, releasing, and euthanasia of animals. In addition, qualified candidates must possess and maintain a valid license to practice veterinary medicine issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board. Veterinarians who are licensed in another State may be qualified but must acquire a valid license from the State of California to practice veterinary medicine at the time of appointment. Note: A prospective veterinarian who is licensed in another state may be hired by the City of Fresno while obtaining their State of California license. The incumbent must obtain their California license within six (6) months of appointment and cannot practice or serve as the City's Veterinarian until a valid license to practice veterinary medicine, issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board, is granted.

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License may be required within sixty (60) days of appointment.

May be required to obtain a valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license within ninety (90) days of hire and maintain a valid license while employed. Failure to maintain all valid certifications and licenses for the entire term of employment in this job class shall be cause for termination.

This is an unclassified position in which incumbent serves at the will of the Director.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

The salary range for this position is a flat rate of $1,000 per shift. This position offers a flat rate of $1,000 per shift. It is not a contract role-Per-Diem Veterinarians will be hired as City of Fresno employees and compensated via W-2 payroll, not 1099.

How To Apply

To pursue this phenomenal career opportunity, please visit our website at www.fresno.gov/jobs. To apply, please complete an employment application and upload your letter of interest, resume, and five work-related references. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. A select group of candidates will be invited to participate in the department interviews. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

Inquiries should be directed to:

Stephanie Rendon, Sr Human Resources/Risk Analyst
2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030
Fresno, California 93721-3614
(559) 621-6950

Closing Date/Time: 01/08/2026

Salary:

1000.00 - 1000.00