In-Home Hospice Veterinarian: Autonomy & Impact

Heartstrings Pet Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare; Middletown (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

No non-compete

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

CE allowance

401(k)

Pet insurance

EAP

Job summary

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is hiring in-home hospice veterinarians to serve Louisville, Middletown, Jeffersontown and surrounding areas in Kentucky. If you value autonomy, meaningful family relationships, and compassionate end-of-life care, this role offers a distinct practice away from crowded clinics.

Join a doctor-led, family-owned team that emphasizes compassionate decisions, patient comfort, and professional independence while supporting flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited program.
• Active veterinary license in the applicable state.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to travel between appointments.
• Ability to work independently as a mobile veterinarian.
• Strong communication with empathy during sensitive conversations.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home hospice, palliative care, quality-of-life support, pain management, and euthanasia.
• Travel independently to scheduled appointments in a mobile care environment.
• Perform exams, administer medications, sedation, euthanasia, and related services.
• Guide families through quality-of-life decisions and end-of-life options.
• Maintain accurate medical records and professional documentation.
• Communicate with families, Heartstrings team, and referring veterinarians.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Travel to appointments

Clinical judgment

Empathy in end-of-life conversations

Documentation skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent

Job description

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is hiring in-home hospice veterinarians to serve Louisville, Middletown, Jeffersontown and surrounding areas in Kentucky. If you value autonomy, meaningful family relationships, and compassionate end-of-life care, this role offers a distinct practice away from crowded clinics.

Join a doctor-led, family-owned team that emphasizes compassionate decisions, patient comfort, and professional independence while supporting flexible scheduling.