Mobile Veterinarian
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on17, Cooper Drive, Boonton, Morris County, New Jersey, 07005, United States
About the Role
Lap of Love seeks a compassionate Mobile Veterinarian to provide in-home hospice and euthanasia services for pets. This unique position blends strong clinical skills with exceptional empathy, allowing you to guide families through end-of-life decisions and deliver peaceful, dignified farewells in the familiar environment of their homes.
As part of a supportive, mission-driven team, your focus will be on comfort, quality of life, and emotional support during difficult moments. You will conduct gentle assessments, develop compassionate care plans, and provide grief support and education to families before and after visits. This is an opportunity to engage in meaningful, relationship-centered veterinary work that prioritizes the well-being of both the animal and their loved ones.
Work location
Work model: On-site
17, Cooper Drive, Boonton, Morris County, New Jersey, 07005, United States
Boonton, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct thorough physical exams and medical history reviews for geriatric and terminally ill pets
- check_circleDevelop and communicate compassionate end-of-life care plans with pet families
- check_circleAdminister medications and euthanasia agents in accordance with medical and legal standards
- check_circleProvide grief support, education, and resources to families before and after visits
- check_circleDocument medical records and maintain accurate, timely case notes
- check_circleCoordinate scheduling, routing, and follow-up with support team
- check_circleEnsure safe handling, transport, and aftercare arrangements when needed
- check_circleMaintain controlled substances logs and comply with DEA and state regulations
- check_circleParticipate in ongoing training and collaborative case discussions with team veterinarians
- check_circleTravel to clients' homes to provide veterinary hospice and euthanasia services
Requirements
- verifiedActive DVM/VMD license in the practicing state
- verifiedValid driver's license and reliable vehicle
- verifiedDEA registration for controlled substances
- verifiedFear Free certification (preferred)
- verifiedCertification in hospice or palliative care (CHPV or similar, preferred)
Nice to Have
Fear Free certification. Certification in hospice or palliative care (CHPV or similar).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical Insurancecheck_circleDental Insurancecheck_circleVision Insurancecheck_circleLife Insurance401k
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Small Animal Clinical Medicine, In-Home Euthanasia Procedures, Pain Management, Palliative Care, Client Communication, Counseling, Driving, Route Planning, Medical Record Documentation, Emr.
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
Day-to-day, the Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice will conduct thorough physical exams and medical history reviews for geriatric and terminally ill pets; develop and communicate compassionate end-of-life care plans with pet families; administer medications and euthanasia agents in accordance with medical and legal standards; and provide grief support, education, and resources to families before and after visits.
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 the practicing state; Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle; DEA registration for controlled substances; Fear Free certification (preferred); and Certification in hospice or palliative care (CHPV or similar, preferred).
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 17, Cooper Drive, Boonton, Morris County, New Jersey, 07005, 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 Clinical Medicine; In-Home Euthanasia Procedures; Pain Management; Palliative Care; Client Communication; Counseling; Driving; and Route Planning.
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.