In-Home Hospice Vet: Autonomy, Flexibility, Meaningful Care

Heartstrings Pet Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare; Papillion (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No non-compete agreement

Flexible scheduling

Professional autonomy

Job summary

Heartstrings Pet Hospice offers in-home pet hospice, palliative care, and compassionate euthanasia, allowing veterinarians to practice medicine with autonomy in clients’ homes across the Omaha, Papillion and Bennington areas. This role supports compassionate end-of-life care with a focus on family-centered decisions.

We welcome experienced vets seeking flexible schedules, professional autonomy, and strong work-life balance, with a no non-compete commitment and robust benefits tied to a

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Active veterinary license in the state(s) where services will be provided.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to travel between scheduled in-home appointments.
• Ability to work independently in a mobile veterinary setting.
• Strong empathy during end-of-life conversations.
• Willingness to participate in rotational weekend scheduling.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Background and motor vehicle record checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home hospice, palliative care, quality-of-life support, and compassionate euthanasia services within your assigned service area.
• Independently travel to scheduled appointments and practice in a mobile veterinary care environment.
• Perform examinations, clinical assessments, medications, sedation, euthanasia, and related services within veterinary regulations.
• Educate families on quality-of-life decisions and end-of-life care options.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation for each encounter.
• Communicate professionally with families, the Heartstrings team, and referring veterinarians.
• Safely handle and assist with movement of companion animals during in-home appointments.
• Maintain professionalism, clinical independence, and sound medical judgment in the field.
• Demonstrate Heartstrings' commitment to Compassion. Dignity. Respect. in every interaction.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Mobility & travel

Independent practice

Clinical judgment

Empathy

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Heartstrings Pet Hospice offers in-home pet hospice, palliative care, and compassionate euthanasia, allowing veterinarians to practice medicine with autonomy in clients’ homes across the Omaha, Papillion and Bennington areas. This role supports compassionate end-of-life care with a focus on family-centered decisions.

We welcome experienced vets seeking flexible schedules, professional autonomy, and strong work-life balance, with a no non-compete commitment and robust benefits tied to a