Part-Time Veterinarian - Dallas, TX

About the role

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is a privately owned, rapidly growing in-home euthanasia and end-of-life care practice founded on the core values of Compassion, Dignity, and Respect. Founded on these values, the practice focuses on people—families, patients, and medical team members.

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

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

• Veterinary School:
• 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

• Driver's License:
• Absolutely must have a valid U.S. driver's license
• Ability 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

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

How to Apply

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. Apply or learn more: www.heartstringspethospice.com careers@heartstringspethospice.com