Associate Veterinarian (In-Home, Full-Time)

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed base salary

Bonus opportunities

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave & bereavement

Mileage reimbursement

License reimbursements

Pet insurance

Job summary

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is seeking a full-time In-Home Associate Veterinarian in Grand Rapids, MI and surrounding communities. The role focuses on hospice and end-of-life care delivered in the comfort of home, with an average of 3–4 in-home euthanasia visits per day, allowing meaningful family connections.

Guaranteed base salary with opportunities for bonuses, plus a comprehensive benefits package and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree (DVM/VMD/BVMS).
• Active Michigan veterinary license and DEA registration, or eligibility to obtain both before start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary hospice and end-of-life care in clients' homes.
• Conduct in-home euthanasia appointments and patient care with families.

Education

DVM / VMD / BVMS

Active Michigan veterinary license

DEA registration

Job description

Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice!

Join Lap of Love as a Full-Time, In-Home Associate Veterinarian in Grand Rapids, Wyoming, Rockford, Ada, Kentwood, and surrounding communities. There’s more than one way to build a meaningful veterinary career.

Department: Veterinarians

Location: MI - Grand Rapids

Compensation: $85,000 - $100,000 / year

At Lap of Love, you can use your veterinary skills to support the human-animal bond by providing veterinary hospice and end-of-life care in the comfort of home, helping families give their pets a loving goodbye. As a mobile veterinarian, you will see an average of 3–4 in-home euthanasia appointments each day, giving you time to connect and make a lasting impact during every visit.

As a veterinarian-founded and led company, Lap of Love understands the specialized care you provide and the support you need to live your best life.

Why You’ll Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love

Flexible Veterinarian Schedules

Full-time schedules range from 3–5 days per week.

A Different Way to Practice

Thoughtfully paced appointments give you freedom between visits and more time to care for your patients and yourself.

Comprehensive Veterinarian Training

Specialized training, clinical guidance, and ongoing mentorship from veterinary leaders and end-of-life care pioneers will help you feel confident on the road.

Dedicated Support Center

Our highly trained Veterinary Care Coordinators in our Support Center are available 24/7/365 to manage scheduling and logistics so you can focus on caring for your patients and their families.

Veterinarian Compensation and Benefits

• Guaranteed base salary with no negative accrual
• Bonus opportunities and tenure bonus
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• Generous paid time off that increases with your tenure
• Paid parental leave and bereavement leave, including for the loss of a personal pet
• Mileage is paid at government rate (tax‑free)
• Reimbursement for applicable state veterinary licenses, DEA registration, and other required professional licenses.

Full-Time, In-Home Veterinarian Base Salary (Based on 4–5-day schedule in Grand Rapids, MI): ($85,000 - $100,000 annually)

Health and Well-Being Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to meet the needs of you and your family
• Quarterly wellness stipend
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Dependent care FSA
• Pet insurance

Continuing Education (CE)

• Up to $2,000 in annual CE allowance and additional PTO days to support professional development
• Company-paid CAETA Advanced Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (ACPEV) certification
• Additional CE opportunities through our veterinary education partnerships

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree (DVM/VMD/BVMS)
• Active Michigan veterinary license and DEA registration, or eligibility to obtain both before your start date. Additional licensure may be required based on location.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license (Background and motor vehicle record checks required)
• No requirement to work Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, or New Year’s Day
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance and up to 100 lbs with assistance