Mobile Veterinarian
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onAbbott Boulevard Footpath, Koreatown, Fort Lee, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07024, United States
About Lap of Love
Lap of Love is dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life care for pets in the comfort of their own homes. Our mission is to support families through the most difficult moments by offering gentle hospice and euthanasia services, ensuring that every pet's final days are filled with dignity and peace.
About the Role
As a Mobile Veterinarian, you will serve as the primary caregiver for pets and their families during their end-of-life journey. This autonomous field role requires you to travel to client homes to deliver in-home hospice and euthanasia services for dogs and cats. You will conduct thorough physical exams and pain assessments to guide care plans, administer palliative treatments, and perform humane euthanasia with a focus on comfort and compassion.
Beyond clinical duties, you will act as a guide for families, offering clear communication and emotional support as they navigate difficult decisions regarding quality of life and prognosis. You will manage your own schedule and routing while maintaining detailed medical records and collaborating with our supportive care team for complex cases. Your professional demeanor will be essential in creating a peaceful environment during emotionally charged situations.
Join Our Mission
By joining Lap of Love, you will make a meaningful impact on the quality of life for pets and the families who love them. We offer a supportive team environment where you can practice veterinary medicine with a focus on empathy and specialized care. This role is ideal for a veterinarian passionate about small animal internal medicine, palliative care, and providing a compassionate service to the community.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Abbott Boulevard Footpath, Koreatown, Fort Lee, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07024, United States
Fort Lee, New Jersey
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide in-home veterinary hospice and euthanasia services for dogs and cats
- check_circleConduct thorough physical exams and pain assessments to guide care plans
- check_circleEducate and counsel families on quality-of-life, prognosis, and care options
- check_circleAdminister medications, palliative treatments, and humane euthanasia
- check_circleMaintain detailed medical records and ensure clear client communication
- check_circleCoordinate scheduling, routing, and follow-up for mobile visits
- check_circleCollaborate with the care team for complex cases and support
Requirements
- verifiedActive DVM/VMD license in practicing state
- verifiedValid driver's license and reliable vehicle
- verifiedDEA registration (or eligibility) for controlled substances
- verifiedTraining or experience in hospice/palliative veterinary care preferred
- verifiedFear Free, AAHA, or similar certification a plus
Nice to Have
Training or experience in hospice/palliative veterinary care. Fear Free, AAHA, or similar certification.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical Insurancecheck_circleDental Insurancecheck_circleVision Insurancecheck_circleLife Insurance401k
Similar Job Opportunities
Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Small Animal Internal Medicine, Palliative Care, Hospice Care, Humane Euthanasia Techniques, Pain Assessment And Management, Medical Record Documentation, Emr, Driving, Route Planning, In-Home Diagnostics.
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
A Mobile Veterinarian at Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice is responsible for the following: Provide in-home veterinary hospice and euthanasia services for dogs and cats; Conduct thorough physical exams and pain assessments to guide care plans; Educate and counsel families on quality-of-life, prognosis, and care options; and Administer medications, palliative treatments, and humane euthanasia.
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; Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle; DEA registration (or eligibility) for controlled substances; Training or experience in hospice/palliative veterinary care preferred; and Fear Free, AAHA, or similar certification a plus.
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 Abbott Boulevard Footpath, Koreatown, Fort Lee, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07024, 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 Internal Medicine; Palliative Care; Hospice Care; Humane Euthanasia Techniques; Pain Assessment And Management; Medical Record Documentation; Emr; and Driving.
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.
About Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice
Lap of Love, based in Lutz, FL, specializes in in-home end-of-life veterinary care for pets and their families. The company's veterinary team provides euthanasia services, hospice care, telehospice support, and grief counseling, prioritizing compassionate care in the comfort of home. Operating within the veterinary services industry, Lap of Love focuses on supporting both pets and their loved ones during end-of-life transitions.
The organization emphasizes professional well-being for its veterinary staff, offering flexible scheduling options including 2-5 day workweeks for doctors and remote work opportunities for other roles. Team members receive structured training programs, ongoing mentorship, and specialized certifications such as Peaceful Euthanasia training. Benefits include a personal well-being stipend and a workplace culture centered on mutual support and recognition.
Lap of Love fosters an environment that balances professional responsibilities with personal fulfillment. The company's approach integrates flexible work arrangements with comprehensive development resources, aiming to create a sustainable career path for veterinary professionals while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Browse more roles: All Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice jobs, healthcare & nursing jobs on Recrutus.