Mobile Veterinarian
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onFranklin Avenue, Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07436, United States
About the Mission
Lap of Love is a mission-driven, family-centered organization dedicated to providing compassionate in-home hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia services for companion animals. We exist to support families during their most difficult moments, ensuring that every pet receives a peaceful, dignified end-of-life experience in the comfort of their own home.
About the Role
As a Mobile Veterinarian, you will serve as the primary caregiver for animals in their final chapters. This field-based role requires you to travel to families' homes to perform quality-of-life assessments, create comfort-focused care plans, and deliver humane euthanasia following strict medical and safety protocols. Beyond clinical duties, you will act as a counselor, guiding pet parents through end-of-life decisions with empathy, clear communication, and grief support.
You will collaborate with a supportive remote team and enjoy flexible scheduling backed by strong administrative support. The position offers opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development, allowing you to focus on high-quality, family-centered care while managing your daily schedule, routing, and inventory efficiently.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Franklin Avenue, Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07436, United States
Oakland, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide compassionate in-home hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia services for companion animals
- check_circleConduct thorough medical and quality-of-life assessments and develop comfort-focused care plans
- check_circleGuide and counsel families through end-of-life decisions with empathy and clear communication
- check_circlePerform humane euthanasia following best-practice medical and safety protocols
- check_circleMaintain accurate, timely electronic medical records and documentation
- check_circleCoordinate care and follow-up with support staff and referring veterinarians
- check_circleManage daily schedule, routing, and inventory for mobile visits
Requirements
- verifiedDoctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)
- verifiedActive state veterinary license
- verifiedDEA registration (as required)
- verifiedValid driver's license and reliable vehicle
Nice to Have
Fear Free certification. Certification or training in animal hospice or palliative care.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, and life insurancecheck_circle401k retirement plan
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Small Animal Medicine, Palliative Care, Hospice Care, Euthanasia Protocols, Pharmacology, Pain Management, Client Communication, Counseling, Grief Support, Bereavement Communication.
Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) 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 compassionate in-home hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia services for companion animals; conduct thorough medical and quality-of-life assessments and develop comfort-focused care plans; guide and counsel families through end-of-life decisions with empathy and clear communication; and perform humane euthanasia following best-practice medical and safety protocols.
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: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD); Active state veterinary license; DEA registration (as required); 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 Franklin Avenue, Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07436, 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 Small Animal Medicine; Palliative Care; Hospice Care; Euthanasia Protocols; Pharmacology; Pain Management; Client Communication; and Counseling.
What education is required for Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) 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.