Mobile Veterinarian
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on117, Summer Road, Readington Township, Hunterdon County, New Jersey, 08822, United States
About the Mission
Lap of Love is dedicated to providing compassionate, in-home hospice and euthanasia services for pets. Our mission is rooted in compassion, dignity, and exceptional end-of-life care, ensuring that every companion animal and their family receives a peaceful transition.
About the Role
As a Mobile Veterinarian, you will travel to families' homes to provide critical care during their most difficult moments. This role is designed for a clinician who combines deep empathy with clinical expertise to guide families through difficult decisions, explain quality-of-life considerations, and offer grief support resources.
You will work independently in the field while remaining part of a supportive team that shares our core values. Your day will involve conducting gentle assessments, creating comfort-focused care plans, and performing peaceful, dignified euthanasia when appropriate. Beyond clinical duties, you will serve as a source of comfort, educating families on end-of-life options and aftercare while maintaining the highest standards of safety and ethics.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for an interview will engage in a process designed to assess both clinical competence and cultural fit. This includes a review of your veterinary background, a discussion of your experience with palliative care and in-home protocols, and a conversation about your approach to client communication and grief support.
Equal Opportunity
Lap of Love is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and clients.
Work location
Work model: On-site
117, Summer Road, Readington Township, Hunterdon County, New Jersey, 08822, United States
Readington Township, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide in-home veterinary hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia services for companion animals
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Small Animal Clinical Veterinary Medicine, In-Home Euthanasia Protocols, Palliative And Hospice Care Planning, Intravenous And Intramuscular Injection Techniques, Sedation And Anesthesia For Euthanasia, Quality-Of-Life Assessment Tools, Medical Recordkeeping, Practice Software, Driving, Mobile Practice Logistics.
Education: Active Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an accredited institution.
Frequently asked questions about Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice
What does a Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice will provide in-home veterinary hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia services for companion animals; conduct thorough medical assessments and develop individualized comfort care plans; administer medications, sedation, and euthanasia drugs according to medical and ethical standards; and educate and support pet families on end-of-life options, quality-of-life assessments, and aftercare.
What are the requirements for this Mobile Veterinarian role?expand_more
Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Active Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an accredited institution; Current, unrestricted state veterinary license in service area; Valid DEA registration for controlled substances (or eligibility to obtain); Valid driver's license with reliable, insured vehicle; and Prior experience in small animal practice, ER, or palliative/hospice care.