Associate Veterinarian (In-Home, Full-Time)

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness stipend

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Pet insurance

Mileage paid at government rate

License reimbursement

Job summary

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice in Naples, FL seeks a Full-Time In-Home Associate Veterinarian to serve Naples, Pelican Bay, Estero, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral and surrounding communities.

As a mobile veterinarian, you’ll provide hospice and end-of-life care in the comfort of homes, performing 3-4 in-home euthanasia visits daily and supporting families with compassionate, personalized care. The role offers flexible schedules and comprehensive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent degree required.
• Active Florida veterinary license and DEA registration, or eligibility to obtain before start date.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; background checks required.
• Availability to work select weekend days.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home hospice and end-of-life care for pets.
• Conduct 3–4 in-home euthanasia appointments per day.
• Build strong relationships with families and support teams.
• Coordinate with Support Center for scheduling and logistics.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) / VMD / BVMS

Active Florida veterinary license and DEA registration

Job description

Compensation

$107,500 - $130,000 / year

Department

Veterinarians

Location

FL - Naples / Ft Myers Area

Description

Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice!

Join Lap of Love as a Full-Time, In-Home Associate Veterinarian in Naples, Pelican Bay, Estero, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, and surrounding communities.

There's more than one way to build a meaningful veterinary career.

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 Naples, FL):

($107,500 -$130,000 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 Florida 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)
• Availability to work select weekend days. 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