Webinar: Should Relief Veterinarians Be Paid on Production?
We recently hosted a live panel webinar tackling one of the most debated questions in relief work today — how relief veterinarians should be paid. If you missed the live session, the recording is now available on demand.
As more veterinarians leave full-time roles for the flexibility of relief work, the gig economy is reshaping how vets and clinics work together. New expectations, new pressures, and new possibilities are emerging — and compensation sits right at the center of all of it. From traditional flat rates to performance-based bonuses, this conversation looked at what’s actually working, what’s not, and what a sustainable, win-win model could look like going forward.
What we covered
- Compensation models in relief work — a breakdown of how relief vets are paid today, and where production-based pay might fit in.
- When production works — and when it doesn’t — the conditions that make production-based compensation viable for relief vets, and the situations where it falls apart.
- What clinics are looking for in relief talent — how clinics weigh cost vs. value when bringing on relief support, and what they prioritize most.
- Burnout drivers in relief work — the less-visible pressures shaping the relief experience, and what it takes to build a more sustainable future for everyone involved.
About the speakers
The panel brought together: Dr. Jessica Lovegrove, President of the Relief Veterinary Medical Association; Grace Wu Ursery, Founder of Vet Money Geek and veterinary business consultant; Dr. Ivan Zak, CEO of Galaxy Vets; Ryan Leech, growth consultant and host of the Bird Bath podcast; and Dr. Andrew Ciccolini, Co-founder of Serenity Vet.
Watch the recording
Missed the live session? You can watch the full recording at the link below! It’s free and available on demand.
