Heartstrings Pet Hospice is looking for a Part-Time Veterinarian to provide compassionate, gentle in-home end-of-life care. You will work independently in the field while being fully supported by a collaborative medical leadership team, dedicated Veterinary Care Specialists, and strong operational infrastructure. This role offers flexibility, autonomy, emotional fulfillment, and a low-stress medical environment.
What You'll Do
- Provide in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care in a compassionate, Fear Free–aligned manner.
- Support families through the end-of-life process with empathy, patience, and professionalism.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
- Collaborate with Heartstrings’ medical leadership and support teams.
- Participate in ongoing training, education, and clinical development.
- Guide families in making end-of-life decisions for their pets.
- Build relationships with local veterinary clinics, serving as an extension of their excellent care.
What We're Looking For
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM, VMD, or BVMS) from an accredited veterinary school.
- Active (or ability to obtain) veterinary license in the state of practice.
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
- Availability to work some weekends as part of a rotating schedule.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance.
- Candidates will be subject to a background check and motor vehicle record (MVR) check post-hire and prior to start date.
Nice to Have
- Experience in hospice, palliative care, or Fear Free certification is a plus.
Team & Environment
Supported by a collaborative medical leadership team and dedicated Veterinary Care Specialists.
Benefits & Compensation
- NO Non-Compete agreement.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Paid time off.
- DEA reimbursement.
- State veterinary license reimbursement (including multi-state coverage when applicable).
- Access to VetGirlU.
- CE registration covered at conferences where Heartstrings exhibits (VMX, WVC, etc.).
- All medical equipment, medications, and supplies provided.
- Strong administrative, scheduling, and on-call leadership support.
- Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding, privately owned practice.
Work Mode
This is a local-city role serving Colorado Springs and Surrounding Areas.
Heartstrings Pet Hospice is an equal opportunity employer.
