VetTemps Expands to Fort Lauderdale, Appoints Industry Veteran as President

Phil Gehring to lead new division and drive growth in the Southeast

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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VetTemps, a nationwide relief veterinary staffing agency, has announced the launch of its new Fort Lauderdale Division and the appointment of Phil Gehring as President to lead this strategic expansion. Gehring brings over 25 years of experience in locum tenens staffing and is known for his exceptional leadership, strong people skills, and ability to inspire teams.

Why it matters

The new Fort Lauderdale Division will enhance VetTemps' ability to serve veterinary practices and relief veterinarians in one of the fastest-growing regions for veterinary demand. Gehring's deep knowledge of staffing operations, sales strategy, and relationship-building makes him well-suited to drive growth in this key market.

The details

In his new role, Gehring will be responsible for building and leading the Fort Lauderdale team, shaping the division's culture, driving sales, and increasing brand awareness throughout Florida and the Southeast. VetTemps was founded in 2024 by industry veterans Tim Devereux and Lacey Salzer, who previously founded a successful physician locum tenens firm. The company is committed to redefining relief staffing with a white-glove, concierge-style approach that includes fully prepaid travel and lodging, comprehensive malpractice insurance, weekly 1099 payments, and dedicated consultants.

  • VetTemps was founded in 2024.
  • Gehring was recently with Weatherby Locums in Fort Lauderdale.

The players

Phil Gehring

A 25-year veteran of the staffing industry who will lead VetTemps' new Fort Lauderdale Division as President. Gehring is known for his exceptional leadership, strong people skills, and ability to inspire teams.

Tim Devereux

The CEO and Co-Founder of VetTemps, who previously founded a successful physician locum tenens firm that he grew and sold to private equity.

Lacey Salzer

The Co-Founder of VetTemps, who previously founded a successful physician locum tenens firm with Tim Devereux.

VetTemps

A premier nationwide relief veterinary staffing agency founded in 2024 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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What they’re saying

“I am thrilled to join VetTemps at such an exciting time in its growth. Tim and Lacey have built an agency that truly puts veterinarians and clinics first with unmatched service and support. I look forward to bringing that same level of excellence to Florida—building a team that veterinarians and practices will be proud to partner with and expanding our reach to meet the growing need for high-quality relief staffing.”

— Phil Gehring, President of the Fort Lauderdale Division (PRNewswire)

“I have known Phil for over 25 years and consider it a great honor that he is embarking on the next phase of his career with VetTemps. I know he will be a massive success here. His vast knowledge of staffing, combined with his exceptional people skills and the way he naturally draws people in—making them want to be part of what he's building—will be invaluable as we grow our footprint and continue setting the gold standard for veterinary relief staffing.”

— Tim Devereux, CEO and Co-Founder of VetTemps (PRNewswire)

What’s next

VetTemps plans to continue expanding its footprint and setting the gold standard for veterinary relief staffing under Gehring's leadership in the new Fort Lauderdale Division.

The takeaway

VetTemps' strategic expansion into the fast-growing Fort Lauderdale market, led by industry veteran Phil Gehring, demonstrates the company's commitment to redefining relief staffing with a personalized, concierge-style approach that puts veterinarians and clinics first.