Associate Veterinarian (In-Home, Part-Time)

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice; Saint Charles (MO); Remote; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401(k) with 3% match

Generous paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

License reimbursements

Pet insurance

Job summary

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is seeking a Part-Time In-Home Veterinarian to serve Saint Charles and surrounding communities in Missouri. You will deliver hospice and end-of-life care at clients' homes, typically handling 3–4 euthanasia visits per day while supporting families with empathy and guidance.

The role offers flexible scheduling (2 days/week up to 3–5 days for full-time opportunities) and a competitive compensation package, including base salary, 401(k) match, PTO, mileage

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Active Missouri veterinary license and DEA registration.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and eligibility before start date.
• Availability to work select weekend days.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary hospice and end-of-life care in clients' homes.
• Perform in-home euthanasia visits with compassionate communication.
• Serve multiple communities with mobile veterinary services and support families.

Skills

Weekend availability

Mobility for home visits

Client communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS)

Active Missouri veterinary license

DEA registration

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Job description

Description

Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice!

Join Lap of Love as a Part-Time, In-Home Associate Veterinarian in Saint Charles, Ballwin, Chesterfield, Webster Groves, Fenton, and surrounding communities. There's more than one way to build a meaningful veterinary career.

Department: Veterinarians

Location: MO - Saint Charles

Compensation: $55,000 / 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

Part-time schedules of 2 days per week, with full-time opportunities of 3-5 days per week also available.

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
• 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 Saint Charles, MO): ($55,000 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 Missouri 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