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Associate Veterinarian – Heartstrings Pet Hospice & In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare

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‑backed organizations, our focus is on people—our families, our patients, and our medical team.

We are hiring DVM Team Members in the Kankakee area and beyond, 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.

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.

• 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.

• 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 100 lbs with assistance.
• Candidates will be subject to a background check and motor vehicle record check post‑hire and prior to their associated 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.

Senior level: Associate

Employment type: Part‑time

Job function: Other |
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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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