Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | New Haven, CT

Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare•New Haven, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Heartstrings Pet Hospice provides compassionate hospice and in-home euthanasia care for pets in the comfort of their homes. The veterinarian helps pets and families through end-of-life care, taking time to listen, explain options, answer difficult questions, and support families in saying goodbye with dignity and peace. Visits are intentionally limited to a few appointments per day, without double-booking or rushing. The veterinarian practices independently while traveling to clients, with onboarding, one-on-one mentorship, and experienced colleagues available for support. Schedule options range from two days per week to full-time, including self-managed scheduling. Weekend work is arranged on the veterinarian’s terms: the veterinarian chooses four weekend days per month. Compensation is guaranteed and ranges from $65,000 to $145,000 depending on schedule, with quarterly bonus opportunities. The employer states that it does not require non-compete agreements.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (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 clients’ homes.
Listen to families, explain care and options, answer questions, and support families through end-of-life decisions.
Help families say goodbye to their pets with dignity and peace.
Travel independently to appointments in the service area.
Participate in onboarding and mentorship as needed.
Choose four weekend days per month to work.