Veterinarian - Erlanger, KY

Heartstrings Pet Hospice & In‑Home Euthanasia & Aftercare

Base pay range: $85,000.00 – $ per year. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience. Contact the recruiter for details.

As an Associate Veterinarian with Heartstrings Pet Hospice, you will provide compassionate in‑home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care. You’ll work independently in the field while being 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 start date.

• 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.

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