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Heartstrings Pet Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare Pay Range

Base pay range: $120,000.00/yr – $180,000.00/yr.

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-backs organizations, our focus is on people—our families, our patients, and our medical team. We are expanding into the San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, San Mateo, Redwood City & surrounding areas and 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 you will provide compassionate, gentle in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care. You will work independently in the field while being fully supported by a collaborative medical leadership team, Veterinary Care Specialists, 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
• 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 work.
• Values 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

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 the 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.

Apply or Learn More

www.heartstringspethospice.com
careers@heartstringspethospice.com