Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | Vacaville, CA

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

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Heartstrings Pet Hospice provides compassionate hospice and in-home euthanasia care in pets’ homes, serving Vacaville, Fairfield, Vallejo, Santa Rosa, California, and the surrounding metropolitan area. The veterinarian supports pets and families through end-of-life care, taking time to listen, explain options, answer difficult questions, and help families say goodbye with dignity and peace. Visits are intentionally limited to a few appointments per day, without double-booking or rushing. The role involves independent mobile practice with team support, including thoughtful onboarding, one-on-one mentorship, and access to experienced colleagues. Schedule options range from two to five days per week, including self-managed part-time scheduling. Full-time options include four- or five-day schedules with guaranteed salary and quarterly bonus opportunities; compensation for two- and three-day schedules is prorated. The stated guaranteed compensation range is $65,000 to $155,000, depending on schedule. There is no non-compete agreement.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent: DVM, VMD, or BVMS.
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 their homes.
Listen to families, explain care and options, answer difficult questions, and support dignified end-of-life decisions.
Practice independently while traveling to serve families in the designated metropolitan area.
Coordinate with and seek support from colleagues as needed.