About this role
Veterinarian – In-Home Hospice & Euthanasia Care
Chicago, West Chicago, Dekalb
- Illinois & Surrounding Metropolitan Areas | Full-Time & Part-Time
Family Owned. NO Non-Competes. You Matter.
Practice Medicine the Way You Always Hoped You Would.
Your veterinary career should be built on purpose, freedom, and respect—not restrictions.
At Heartstrings Pet Hospice , we're doing veterinary medicine differently.
We're a privately and family-owned veterinary organization where veterinarians are valued as individuals, not production numbers. We believe in professional independence, meaningful medicine, and a workplace where you stay because you want to—not because a contract says you have to.
No corporate pressure. No veterinarian non-competes. No golden handcuffs.
Just compassionate veterinary medicine and a team that genuinely values you.
Why Veterinarians Choose Heartstrings
💜 Family Owned. People First.
We're proudly independent and family owned—not private equity owned. Your voice matters, your professional judgment is respected, and you're more than just another employee.
🔓 No Non-Competes. Ever.
We believe loyalty is earned, not enforced. Your career belongs to you.
🌿 Real Work-Life Balance.
Enjoy flexible scheduling opportunities, meaningful appointments, and a fulfilling career without sacrificing your personal life.
🐾 Medicine With Meaning.
Provide compassionate in-home hospice and peaceful euthanasia care without the chaos of a traditional clinic. Spend quality time with families when they need you most.
🤝 Independence With Support.
Practice with professional autonomy while our dedicated support team helps coordinate appointments, families, and aftercare.
Requirements
- Who We're Looking For
- DVM/VMD or equivalent veterinary degree
- Active North Carolina veterinary license or eligibility
- Valid driver's license
- A compassionate heart and commitment to exceptional end-of-life care
- Availability consistent with the position's schedule, including some weekends
- Hospice experience is not required. We'll support you as you transition into this meaningful field of veterinary medicine.
Benefits
Veterinarian Compensation & Schedule Opportunities
At Heartstrings Pet Hospice , we believe exceptional veterinarians deserve competitive compensation, meaningful bonus opportunities, and a schedule that supports their lives outside of work.
We offer 2-Day, 3-Day, 4-Day, and 5-Day employment opportunities throughout Chicago, West Chicago, Dekalb
- Illinois and Surrounding Suburbs & Metropolitan Areas.
Our compensation structure is designed to reward your dedication while providing financial stability, with 4-Day positions starting at $110,000 annually and 5-day positions offering a $135,000 annual base salary, plus additional Quarterly Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities.
Our Two, Three-Day and Self-Managed Flex Scheduling Opportunities Available with Pro-Rated Compensation adjusted based on the agreed-upon schedule.
Comprehensive Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary Plus Bonus Opportunities
- Full-Time and Part-Time Opportunities
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off and 401(k)
- Continuing Education Allowance and CE Time-Off
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Wellness stipend and employee assistance program
- Disability, Life, and Pet Insurance Benefits
- Supportive Ownership & Medical Leadership and Onboarding
- Absolutely NO Veterinarian Non-Compete Agreements
Benefits vary by position and eligibility.