Associate Veterinarian (In-Home, Part-Time)

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice; West Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 61 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus opportunities

3% company 401(k) match

Generous paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

License reimbursements

Pet insurance

CE opportunities

CAETA certification

Résumé du poste

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is seeking a Part‑Time, In‑Home Associate Veterinarian to serve West Chicago, IL and surrounding communities. You’ll perform in‑home hospice visits, including 3–4 euthanasia appointments daily, and support families with compassionate end‑of‑life care.

With a base salary of $55,000 per year on a 2‑day schedule, you’ll benefit from company training, 24/7 support, and generous PTO, while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD/BVMS degree and license to practice in Illinois.
• Active Illinois veterinary license and DEA registration or eligible.
• Valid U.S. driver's license; weekend availability.

Responsabilités

• Provide in‑home hospice and end‑of‑life care for pets.
• Conduct in‑home euthanasia appointments with compassion.
• Coordinate with families to support pet and human bond.

Connaissances

In-home care

End-of-life care

Compassionate communication

Formation

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Description du poste

Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice!

Join Lap of Love as a Part‑Time, In‑Home Associate Veterinarian in West Chicago, Hanover Park, Geneva, Hoffman Estates, Aurora, 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
  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.

Part‑Time, In‑Home Veterinarian Base Salary (Based on a 2‑day schedule in West Chicago, IL): ($55,000 annually)

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

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 Illinois 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

Ready for a veterinary career with time to connect and support every step of the way?

Department: Veterinarians
Location: IL - West Chicago

Compensation: $55,000 / year