Veterinarian

Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No non-compete agreement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

DEA reimbursement

State veterinary license reimbursement

Job summary

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to provide compassionate in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care. You’ll work in the field, professionally supported by a leadership team and specialists, with a focus on pets and families during meaningful moments.

The ideal candidate brings DVM credentials, a strong client focus, and the ability to work independently in the home setting while maintaining documentation and collaboration with the medical team.

Qualifications

• DVM, VMD, or BVMS from an accredited veterinary school.
• Active veterinary license in the state of practice.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Availability to work some weekends on a rotating schedule.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Background check and MVR check post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care in a compassionate manner.
• Support families through the end-of-life process with empathy and professionalism.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
• Collaborate with Heartstrings medical leadership and support teams.
• Participate in ongoing training, education, and clinical development.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

About Heartstrings Pet Hospice

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is a privately owned, rapidly growing in-home euthanasia and end-of-life care practice founded on our core values of Compassion, Dignity, and Respect. Unlike corporate or private-equity?backed organizations, our focus is on people?our families, our patients, and our medical team. We are hiring DVM Medical Team members in Springfield and Amherst Massachusetts & Other Surrounding Area's and we are seeking exceptional Associate Veterinarians who want to practice meaningful medicine in a supportive, values-driven environment. At Heartstrings, you will never be asked to sign a non-compete agreement. We believe great veterinarians stay because they?re valued?not because they?re restricted.

Position Overview

As an Associate Veterinarian with Heartstrings Pet Hospice, you will provide compassionate, gentle in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care. You'll work independently in the field while being fully supported by a collaborative medical leadership team, dedicated Veterinary Care Specialists (VCS), and strong operational infrastructure. This role offers flexibility, autonomy, emotional fulfillment, and a low-stress medical environment, allowing you to focus on what matters most'supporting pets and families during life's most meaningful moments.

Why Heartstrings?

Privately Owned ? Not Corporate

• Direct access to leadership and medical decision-makers


• No private equity or volume-driven pressure


• A collaborative, family-centered culture


• Your voice matters?clinically and professionally

No Non-Compete Requirement

Your career belongs to you. Always.

Flexibility & Balance

• Full-time and part-time opportunities


• Self-Managed Scheduling


• Thoughtfully scheduled appointments


• No clinic chaos, no double-booking


• Autonomy over your workday

Purpose-Driven Medicine

Every visit is centered on comfort, compassion, and dignity?for pets and the people who love them.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care in a compassionate, Fear Free?aligned manner


• Support families through the end-of-life process with empathy, patience, and professionalism


• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation


• Collaborate with Heartstrings? medical leadership and support teams


• Participate in ongoing training, education, and clinical development

Ideal Candidate

• Compassionate, emotionally intelligent, and client-focused


• Comfortable working independently in the field


• Strong communicator during emotionally sensitive situations


• Seeking meaningful, purpose-driven veterinary workValues autonomy, flexibility, and a supportive team environment


• Interested in a long-term role with a privately owned practice

Experience in hospice, palliative care, or Fear Free certification is a plus?but not required. Comprehensive training is provided.

Requirements

Veterinarian Core Responsibilities

• Provide in-home euthanasia and hospice care for geriatric and terminally ill pets


• Guide families in making end-of-life decisions for their pets


• Build relationships with local veterinary clinics, serving as an extension of their excellent care

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM, VMD, or BVMS) from an accredited veterinary school


• Active (or ability to obtain) veterinary license in the state of practice


• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license


• Availability to work some weekends as part of a rotating schedule


• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance


• Candidates will be subject to a background check and motor vehicle record (MVR) check post-hire and prior to their associated start date

Benefits

• No non-compete agreement


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Short-term and long-term disability


• Paid time off


• DEA reimbursement


• State veterinary license reimbursement (including multi-state coverage when applicable)


• Access to VetGirlU


• CE registration covered at conferences where Heartstrings exhibits (VMX, WVC, etc.)


• All medical equipment, medications, and supplies provided


• Strong administrative, scheduling, and on-call leadership support


• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding, privately owned practice

Join the Heartstrings Medical Team

If you?re looking to practice meaningful medicine without corporate constraints?and want to be part of a growing, mission-driven organization?we'd love to connect.