In-Home Hospice Vet — Compassionate Care & Autonomy

Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care FSA

Generous PTO

Job summary

Heartstrings Pet Hospice seeks experienced veterinarians to provide in-home hospice, palliative care, and compassionate euthanasia services across Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander, and surrounding Texas communities. This doctor-led, privately held practice offers autonomy, meaningful family interactions, and a flexible schedule in a home-based care setting.

Ideal candidates are DVMs with active licenses, strong communication skills, and a passion for end-of-life care, able to travel to homes and

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD/BVMS or equivalent from an accredited program.
• Active veterinary license in the state(s) where services are provided.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to travel between appointments.
• Comfortable working independently as a mobile veterinarian.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted; assist with weights up to 100 pounds.
• Successful completion of background and motor vehicle record checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home pet hospice, palliative care, quality‑of‑life support, pain and symptom management, and compassionate euthanasia services within your service area.
• Travel independently to scheduled appointments in a mobile veterinary care setup outside a traditional hospital.
• Perform physical exams, clinical assessments, administer medications, sedation, euthanasia, and other veterinary services.
• Educate pet families on quality‑of‑life decisions and the euthanasia process with empathy.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation for each encounter.
• Communicate professionally with families, Heartstrings team, scheduling and referring veterinarians.
• Safely handle and assist with movement of companion animals during home visits.
• Operate with professionalism, clinical independence, and sound medical judgment.
• Demonstrate Heartstrings’ Compassion. Dignity. Respect. in all interactions.

Skills

DVM or equivalent

Active veterinary license

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Mobile veterinary practice

Empathetic end‑of‑life conversations

Weekend rotation availability

Physical ability 50 lb lift

Background checks

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine / equivalent

Job description

Heartstrings Pet Hospice seeks experienced veterinarians to provide in-home hospice, palliative care, and compassionate euthanasia services across Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander, and surrounding Texas communities. This doctor-led, privately held practice offers autonomy, meaningful family interactions, and a flexible schedule in a home-based care setting.

Ideal candidates are DVMs with active licenses, strong communication skills, and a passion for end-of-life care, able to travel to homes and