Mobile Veterinarian | In-Home Hospice & Euthanasia Care | West Chicago, IL
About The Position
Heartstrings Pet Hospice is hiring veterinarians to provide compassionate in-home hospice and peaceful euthanasia care to pets and their families in Chicago, West Chicago, DeKalb, Illinois, and surrounding metropolitan areas. The privately and family-owned organization emphasizes professional independence, meaningful medicine, and a supportive workplace without veterinarian non-compete agreements or corporate production pressure. Veterinarians practice with autonomy, while a support team helps coordinate appointments, families, and aftercare. Hospice experience is not required; support is provided as veterinarians transition into this field. The role is available on 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-day schedules, including full-time and part-time opportunities and self-managed flexible scheduling. Four-day positions start at $110,000 annually; five-day positions offer a $135,000 annual base salary. Two-, three-day, and self-managed flex positions have prorated compensation based on the agreed schedule. Quarterly performance-based bonuses may also be available. Benefits vary by position and eligibility.
Requirements
- DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree.
- Active North Carolina veterinary license or eligibility.
- Valid driver's license.
- Compassionate approach and commitment to exceptional end-of-life care.
- Availability consistent with the position's schedule, including some weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice experience is not required; support is provided during the transition into this field.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate in-home hospice care to pets.
- Provide peaceful euthanasia care.
- Spend quality time with families during end-of-life appointments.
- Practice with professional autonomy while coordinating with the support team for appointments, families, and aftercare.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus bonus opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k).
- Continuing education allowance and CE time off.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Wellness stipend and employee assistance program.
- Disability, life, and pet insurance benefits.
- Supportive ownership, medical leadership, and onboarding.
- No veterinarian non-compete agreements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
