Part-Time Veterinarian

Location & Practice Overview

This associate veterinarian position is located in Trenton, New Jersey, and serves the surrounding area through an in-home care model. The practice specializes in end-of-life veterinary services delivered in clients’ homes rather than a traditional clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home euthanasia for geriatric and terminally ill pets in a Fear Free–aligned manner.
• Deliver hospice and palliative care during home visits.
• Support families through the end-of-life process with empathy, patience, and professionalism.
• Guide families in making end-of-life decisions for their pets.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.
• Collaborate with medical leadership and support teams, and participate in ongoing training and clinical development.

The role also includes building relationships with local veterinary clinics to serve as an extension of their care.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants must meet the following professional and practical requirements to be considered for this part-time role.

Compensation & Benefits

The position offers the following compensation and benefits package for part-time associate veterinarians.

• Compensation: $85,000–$110,000 per year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• DEA reimbursement and state veterinary license reimbursement (including multi-state coverage when applicable)
• Access to VetGirlU and CE registration covered at conferences where Heartstrings exhibits

Schedule & Work Environment

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The veterinarian provides care for geriatric and terminally ill pets in the home environment, supporting families during the end-of-life period.

Clinical Focus & Key Services

This position centers on specialized end-of-life veterinary care delivered in the home, with an emphasis on comfort and dignity for pets and their families.

Role Highlights

These features set the position apart from many traditional clinic-based veterinary roles.

• No non-compete agreement required
• Independently owned practice without corporate or private-equity ownership
• In-home care model with autonomy over the workday
• All medical equipment, medications, and supplies provided

About Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is a privately owned practice dedicated to in-home euthanasia and end-of-life care. Founded on the core values of Compassion, Dignity, and Respect, the organization focuses on supporting pets, families, and its medical team. It operates without corporate or private-equity ownership and is described as rapidly growing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Part-Time Veterinarian in Trenton, NJ

This part-time veterinarian position with Heartstrings Pet Hospice serves Trenton, New Jersey, and the surrounding area through an in-home model focused on end-of-life care. The associate provides in-home euthanasia, hospice, and palliative care for geriatric and terminally ill pets, supporting families through the process with empathy and professionalism. Work is performed independently in the field while backed by medical leadership, Veterinary Care Specialists, and operational support. Compensation is $85,000–$110,000 per year, with medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, DEA and state license reimbursement, and access to VetGirlU plus CE support. Candidates need a DVM, VMD, or BVMS degree, an active or obtainable state veterinary license, a valid U.S. driver’s license, and the ability to meet lifting requirements. Some weekend availability on a rotating schedule is required. The privately owned practice does not use non-compete agreements and provides all medical equipment, medications, and supplies. Comprehensive training is included, and prior hospice experience is helpful but not mandatory.