Part-Time Veterinarian

Heartstrings Pet Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia

. Provide compassionate, Fear Free–aligned in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care .

Posted 9/20/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing compassionate in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care for geriatric and terminally ill pets, while effectively guiding families through end-of-life decisions. Maintains accurate medical documentation and collaborates with veterinary teams to ensure high-quality care.

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Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine (DVM, VMD, BVMS)Active Veterinary LicenseIn-Home EuthanasiaHospice And Palliative CareStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Compassionate CareMedical DocumentationEnd-Of-Life Decision SupportField WorkClinical Development

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceClient-Focused ApproachIndependence

Certifications & Qualifications

Fear Free Certification

Industry Keywords

Geriatric CareVeterinary ClinicsRotating ScheduleBackground CheckMotor Vehicle Record Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide compassionate, Fear Free–aligned in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care
Provide care for geriatric and terminally ill pets
Support and guide families through end-of-life decisions and the end-of-life process
Build relationships with local veterinary clinics as an extension of their care
Work independently in the field with support from medical leadership, Veterinary Care Specialists, and operational teams
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
Collaborate with medical leadership and support teams
Participate in ongoing training, education, and clinical development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM, VMD, or BVMS) from an accredited veterinary school
Active veterinary license in the state of practice, or ability to obtain one
Valid U.S. driver’s license
Availability to work some weekends as part of a rotating schedule
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance
Background check and motor vehicle record (MVR) check post-hire and prior to the associated start date
Compassionate, emotionally intelligent, and client-focused
Comfortable working independently in the field
Strong communication skills during emotionally sensitive situations
Experience in hospice, palliative care, or Fear Free certification is a plus, but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

No non-compete agreement
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid time off
DEA reimbursement
State veterinary license reimbursement, including multi-state coverage when applicable
Access to VetGirlU
CE registration covered at conferences where Heartstrings exhibits, including VMX and WVC
All medical equipment, medications, and supplies provided
Strong administrative, scheduling, and on-call leadership support
Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding, privately owned practice
Flexible scheduling and autonomy over the workday
Comprehensive training, ongoing education, and clinical development