In-Home Euthanasia & Pet Hospice Veterinarian - No Non-Compete | San Jose, CA
Heartstrings Pet Hospice is hiring an In-Home Hospice and Euthanasia Veterinarian to serve pet families across San Jose, San Bruno, Mountain View, Fremont, San Mateo, Sunnyvale, Milpitas, and Warm Springs, California. We offer a private, family-owned, and doctor-led practice without non-compete contracts, allowing you to build your career on your own terms.
About the Role
This role provides in-home hospice and euthanasia care without the constraints of a waiting room, double-booked appointments, or corporate production metrics. You’ll have the time to focus on meaningful interactions with families and their pets, delivering compassionate end-of-life care.
Who Thrives Here
Veterinarians who excel in this role are those who find fulfillment in difficult conversations and meaningful euthanasia appointments. Ideal candidates include:
- Experienced doctors seeking a slower pace than general or emergency practice while staying in medicine.
- Veterinarians returning from a career break or building a schedule around family commitments.
Responsibilities
- Provide in-home hospice and euthanasia care with compassion, dignity, and respect.
- Work independently in a mobile environment.
- Maintain professional communication with team members and families.
- Participate in rotational weekend availability.
- Lift up to 45 lbs unassisted.
Requirements
- DVM, VMD, or BVMS degree.
- Valid driver’s license.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with generous production and bonus opportunities.
- Self-managed part-time schedule.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability options.
- Wellness support resources.
- Pet insurance.
- Paid time off (full-time).
- Paid bereavement leave (full-time).
- Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time.
- Ongoing mentorship and professional development.
- No non-compete agreement—your career remains yours.