Part-Time Veterinarian - San Diego, CA (JAN)

Associate Veterinarian – Heartstrings Pet Hospice

Location: National City, CA (and San Diego, Chula Vista, La Mesa, Del Mar, National City, and surrounding area). Salary: $85,000 - $130,000 per year.

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. Unlike corporate or private‑equity backed organizations, our focus is on families, patients, and our medical team. You will never be asked to sign a non‑compete agreement.

Position Overview

You will provide compassionate, gentle in‑home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care. Working independently in the field with full support from a collaborative medical leadership team, dedicated Veterinary Care Specialists, and strong operational infrastructure. The role offers flexibility, autonomy, emotional fulfillment, and a low‑stress medical environment.

Why Heartstrings?

• 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

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.

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