Part-Time Veterinarian

About Heartstrings Pet Hospice

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is a privately owned, rapidly growing in‑home euthanasia and end‑of‑life care practice founded on compassion, dignity, and respect.
We are hiring DVM Team Members in Tucson, AZ and surrounding areas.

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, dedicated Veterinary Care Specialists (VCS), and strong operational infrastructure. This role offers flexibility, autonomy, emotional fulfillment, and a low‑stress environment.

• Direct access to leadership and medical decision‑makers
• No private‑equity or volume‑driven pressure
• A collaborative, family‑centered culture
• No non‑compete agreement
• Full‑time and part‑time opportunities with thoughtfully scheduled appointments
• Opportunity to work independently in the field
• Focus on comfort, compassion, and dignity for pets and families

• 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 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 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
• 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
• Subject to background check and motor‑vehicle‑record check post‑hire
• 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 as an extension of their care

• 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 we exhibit (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

We’d love to connect if you want to practice meaningful medicine without corporate constraints. Apply or learn more at: or caree
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