Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | San Francisco

Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare•San Francisco, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is seeking a compassionate veterinarian to provide hospice and in-home euthanasia care to pets and their families in San Francisco, California. Care is delivered in clients’ homes, where pets feel safest, and centers on listening, explaining options, answering difficult questions with kindness, and helping families say goodbye with dignity and peace. The role offers a slower-paced alternative to traditional clinic work, with only a few appointments per day and no double-booking. The veterinarian practices independently while traveling to appointments and receives onboarding, one-on-one mentorship, and support from experienced colleagues. Schedule options include five-day full-time, four-day full-time, two- and three-day schedules, and self-managed part-time options. Compensation is prorated for schedules as applicable, with quarterly bonus opportunities. Weekend work is arranged by the veterinarian, who chooses four weekend days per month.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or BVMS degree.
Valid U.S. driver's license.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 90 pounds with assistance.
Complete license verification, a background check, and a driving record review before the start date.

Responsibilities

Provide hospice and in-home euthanasia care to pets in the comfort of their homes.
Spend time listening to families, explaining care, and answering difficult questions with kindness.
Help families navigate end-of-life decisions and say goodbye to their pets with dignity and peace.
Practice independently while traveling to appointments.