Full-Time House Call Veterinarian

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 117,500 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary guarantee

Bonus opportunities

401k with company match

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, vision insurance

CE allowance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Wellness stipend

Pet insurance

Job summary

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is seeking an In-Home Associate Veterinarian to serve San Diego, CA and surrounding areas. This role emphasizes work-life balance, flexible 2-5 day-week schedules, and meaningful patient-family interactions.

As a mobile practice, you’ll deliver hospice and euthanasia care with compassionate, client-centered support. Join a network of veterinarians and mentors dedicated to your professional fulfillment and personal well-being.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) required.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Availability to work some weekends.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Background and motor vehicle record check will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospice and euthanasia care for pets in home settings.
• Practice compassionate veterinary medicine independently with support from the Lap of Love network.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS)

Job description

Live Your Best Life at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice!

Join Lap of Love as an In-Home, Associate Veterinarian in San Diego, CA and surrounding areas.

Imagine a veterinary role that honors your time, supports your well-being, and reconnects you with the heart of why you became a veterinarian. At Lap of Love, we've created a career path where you can practice with purpose, while living a life that feels balanced and supported.

Veterinarian-founded and owned, Lap of Love offers an alternative to in-clinic practice that prioritizes both professional fulfillment and personal freedom. As a mobile veterinarian, you'll provide compassionate hospice and euthanasia care for pets and families during one of life's most meaningful moments...work that is deeply appreciated and emotionally fulfilling.

You'll be part of a community of more than 400 veterinarians and support professionals who thrive in our culture of kindness. With ongoing training, seasoned mentors, and dedicated practice managers who want to see you shine, you'll always feel connected...even while practicing independently.

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

• Freedom That Supports Your Life
  Flexible 2-5* day-per-week schedules, enjoy freedom beyond the walls of a traditional clinic.
• Time That Matters
  An average of 3-4 un-rushed appointments per day means more time with families and less time on paperwork.
• Work That Fills You Up
  Gratitude at every appointment and the opportunity to practice medicine that fills your heart and aligns with your values.
• Support That Lifts You Higher
  Comprehensive onboarding, personalized mentorship, "phone-a-friend" access to experienced leaders, and our 24/7/365 Support Center.
• Veterinarian Salary Range: 3-day, 4-day, and 5-day full-time opportunities are available in the San Diego, CA area. Compensation varies based on schedule structure, with 4-day positions starting at $117,500 and 5-day positions offering a base salary of $140,000, plus additional bonus opportunities. 3-Day Full-Time and Part-time opportunities are also available in this market and offer prorated compensation based on schedule

At Lap of Love, you don't have to choose between a fulfilling career and a full life. Here, you can truly live your best life, both professionally and personally.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS)
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license
• Availability to work some weekends
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Candidates will be subject to a background and motor vehicle record check, post-hire and before their associated start date

Benefits

• Guaranteed base salary with no negative accrual
• Bonus opportunities and tenure bonus
• 401k with 3% company match
• Generous PTO that increases over time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to meet the needs of you and your family
• Up to $2,000 in annual CE allowance and additional PTO days to support professional development (Allowance and PTO days based on DVM schedule)
• Free Peaceful Euthanasia Veterinarian (CPEV) certification
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing mentorship
• Wellness stipend for personal well-being
• Company-paid life insurance
• Generous paid parental leave and bereavement leave
• Dependent care FSA
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Pet insurance
• And much more!