Associate Veterinarian (In-Home, Part-Time)

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Mileage reimbursement

Pet insurance

Paid time off

CE opportunities

Job summary

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is seeking a Part-Time, In-Home Associate Veterinarian to serve Boston, Quincy, Somerville, Cambridge, Newton, Medford and nearby communities. You’ll deliver compassionate at-home veterinary care with flexible two-day schedules, and additional 3–5 day roles may be available.

Base salary is $65,000 per year with bonuses, mileage reimbursement, and professional license support. The position requires DVM and MA license, weekend availability, and the ability to lift up

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree with MA veterinary license and DEA registration.
• Active MA veterinary license (and ability to obtain DEA) before start date.
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate in-home veterinary visits.
• Support families with end-of-life care options.

Skills

Weekend availability

Compassionate care

Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice!

Join Lap of Love as a Part-Time, In-Home Associate Veterinarian in Boston, Quincy, Somerville, Cambridge, Newton, Medford, and surrounding communities.

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

Department: Veterinarians

Location: MA - Boston

Compensation: $65,000 / year

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

• Part-time schedules of 2 days per week, with full-time opportunities of 3–5 days per week also available.
• Thoughtfully paced appointments give you freedom between visits and more time to care for your patients and yourself.
• Specialized training, clinical guidance, and ongoing mentorship from veterinary leaders and end-of-life care pioneers will help you feel confident on the road.
• 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
• Mileage is paid at government rate (tax-free)
• Reimbursement for applicable state veterinary licenses, DEA registration, and other required professional licenses.
• Pet insurance

Part-Time, In-Home Veterinarian Base Salary (Based on a 2–day schedule in Boston, MA): ($65,000 annually)

Continuing Education (CE)

• 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 Massachusetts 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