Heartstrings Pet Hospice is hiring a Part-Time Veterinarian to provide compassionate in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care in New York City, Brooklyn, and Long Island City. This Associate Veterinarian role focuses on meaningful, low-stress medicine, supporting pets and families through the end-of-life process. You'll work independently in the field with full support from our medical leadership team and operational infrastructure.
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
Work independently in the field while being fully supported by a collaborative medical leadership team, dedicated Veterinary Care Specialists, and strong operational infrastructure.
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 field-based position serving New York City, Brooklyn, Long Island City, West Chester and other surrounding areas.
Heartstrings Pet Hospice is a privately owned, purpose-driven practice founded on core values of Compassion, Dignity, and Respect. We focus on people—families, patients, and our medical team. With direct access to leadership and no private equity or volume-driven pressure, your voice matters clinically and professionally in our collaborative, family-centered culture.
