Mobile Veterinarian
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on7, Taylor Drive, West Caldwell, Essex County, New Jersey, 07006, United States
About the Role
Lap of Love seeks a compassionate Mobile Veterinarian to provide in-home hospice and euthanasia services for pets. You will deliver comfort-focused care, quality-of-life assessments, and peaceful, dignified farewells directly in a home setting. This role is designed to partner closely with families, offering clear communication, emotional support, and expert guidance through difficult decisions.
In this position, you will perform compassionate, at-home euthanasia following Lap of Love protocols, conduct comprehensive quality-of-life assessments, and manage pain control and comfort-focused medications. Your day will involve coordinating scheduling and routing for mobile visits while maintaining detailed medical records in electronic systems. You will collaborate with support staff and other veterinarians on complex cases, ensuring adherence to safety, legal, and ethical guidelines for controlled substances.
Our culture centers on empathy, respect, and clinical excellence. Join a collaborative team where your medical expertise and bedside manner meaningfully improve the lives of pets and the families who love them.
Work location
Work model: On-site
7, Taylor Drive, West Caldwell, Essex County, New Jersey, 07006, United States
West Caldwell, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide in-home veterinary hospice and palliative care for companion animals
- check_circlePerform compassionate, at-home euthanasia following Lap of Love protocols
- check_circleConduct comprehensive quality-of-life assessments and care planning
- check_circleCommunicate empathetically with families about prognosis and care options
- check_circlePrescribe and manage pain control and comfort-focused medications
- check_circleMaintain detailed medical records and documentation in electronic systems
- check_circleCoordinate scheduling, routing, and follow-up for mobile visits
- check_circleCollaborate with support staff and other veterinarians on complex cases
Requirements
- verifiedActive DVM/VMD license in practicing state
- verifiedDEA license for controlled substances
- verifiedValid driver's license and reliable vehicle
Nice to Have
Fear Free or Low-Stress Handling certification. AAHA/IAAHPC end-of-life or hospice training.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical Insurancecheck_circleDental Insurancecheck_circleVision Insurancecheck_circleLife Insurancecheck_circle401k
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Mobile Veterinarian, Hospice Care, Euthanasia, Quality-Of-Life Assessments, Care Planning, Pain Control, Comfort-Focused Medications, Medical Records, Electronic Systems, Scheduling.
Education: Active DVM/VMD license required.
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
In this Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice role, you will provide in-home veterinary hospice and palliative care for companion animals; perform compassionate, at-home euthanasia following lap of love protocols; conduct comprehensive quality-of-life assessments and care planning; and communicate empathetically with families about prognosis and care options.
What are the requirements for this Mobile Veterinarian role?expand_more
To qualify for the Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice position, applicants should have: Active DVM/VMD license in practicing state; DEA license for controlled substances; and Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
Where is the Mobile Veterinarian role at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice located?expand_more
Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is based in 7, Taylor Drive, West Caldwell, Essex County, New Jersey, 07006, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Mobile Veterinarian job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice has listed this Mobile Veterinarian role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Mobile Veterinarian role?expand_more
Candidates for Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Mobile Veterinarian role at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice?expand_more
Key skills for Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice include Mobile Veterinarian; Hospice Care; Euthanasia; Quality-Of-Life Assessments; Care Planning; Pain Control; Comfort-Focused Medications; and Medical Records.
What education is required for Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Active DVM/VMD license required.
What category does the Mobile Veterinarian role belong to?expand_more
Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.