Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | Jacksonville, FL

Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare•Jacksonville, FL

16h•Remote

About The Position

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is seeking compassionate In-Home Hospice and Euthanasia Veterinarians to serve pet families in Jacksonville, Fruit Cove, Pointe Vedra Beach, and Orange Park, Florida. This role offers a unique opportunity to practice veterinary medicine outside a traditional clinic, providing greater professional autonomy, meaningful relationships with pet families, and the time to practice with intention. The position involves providing in-home pet hospice, palliative care, quality-of-life support, and compassionate euthanasia services. Heartstrings Pet Hospice is a privately held, family-owned, and doctor-led practice that does not utilize veterinarian non-compete agreements, emphasizing professional autonomy and career freedom for its veterinarians. The ideal candidate is empathetic, skilled in difficult conversations, and experienced in providing end-of-life care. This role is suitable for general practice and emergency veterinarians seeking a less demanding pace, as well as those returning to clinical practice or seeking flexible career options. The practice prioritizes compassion, dignity, and respect for both pet families and veterinary professionals.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), BVMS, or equivalent veterinary medical degree from an accredited or qualifying program.
Hold, or be eligible to obtain, an active veterinary license in the state(s) where services will be provided.
Possess a valid U.S. driver's license and be able to safely travel between scheduled in-home veterinary appointments.
Comfortable working independently as a mobile veterinarian while remaining connected to and supported by the Heartstrings team.
Demonstrated ability to communicate with empathy and professionalism, particularly during sensitive pet hospice, quality-of-life, and end-of-life conversations.
Availability to participate in rotational weekend scheduling.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted and assist with weights up to 100 pounds.
Ability to perform the physical and logistical requirements associated with providing veterinary care in a variety of residential environments.
Successful completion of applicable background and motor vehicle record checks.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, individualized veterinary care to pets and their families in their homes.
Offer in-home pet hospice, palliative care, quality-of-life support, pain and symptom management, and compassionate euthanasia services.
Independently travel to scheduled appointments and practice effectively in a mobile veterinary care environment.
Perform physical examinations, clinical assessments, medication administration, sedation, euthanasia, and other veterinary services.
Educate and guide pet families through quality-of-life decisions, end-of-life care options, and the euthanasia process.
Maintain accurate, timely, and professional veterinary medical records and clinical documentation.
Communicate professionally with pet families, the Heartstrings team, and referring veterinary professionals.
Safely handle, position, and assist with the movement of companion animals during in-home appointments.
Maintain professionalism, clinical independence, sound medical judgment, and reliability while working independently.
Consistently demonstrate Heartstrings' commitment to Compassion, Dignity, and Respect in all interactions.