Mobile Veterinarian | In-Home Hospice & Euthanasia Care | Baton Rouge, LA

Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare•Merrydale, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is hiring veterinarians to provide in-home hospice and peaceful euthanasia care in Baton Rouge, Merrydale, Monticello, Louisiana, and surrounding metropolitan areas. The privately and family-owned organization emphasizes professional independence, compassionate end-of-life medicine, and support from a team that coordinates appointments, families, and aftercare. Hospice experience is not required; the organization supports veterinarians transitioning into this field. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available on 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-day schedules, including self-managed flexible scheduling options. Compensation is prorated for 2- and 3-day and self-managed flex schedules. Four-day positions start at $110,000 annually, and five-day positions offer a $135,000 annual base salary, with additional quarterly performance-based bonus opportunities. Benefits vary by position and eligibility.

Requirements

DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree.
Active North Carolina veterinary license or eligibility.
Valid driver's license.
Compassion and commitment to exceptional end-of-life care.
Availability consistent with the position's schedule, including some weekends.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate in-home hospice care.
Provide peaceful euthanasia care.
Spend time with families during end-of-life appointments.
Practice with professional autonomy while coordinating with the support team for appointments, families, and aftercare.