Part Time Veterinarian - Olympia, WA & Surrounding Area (MAR2)

As a Part-Time Veterinarian at Heartstrings Pet Hospice, your primary responsibilities will include providing in-home euthanasia and hospice care for geriatric and terminally ill pets. You will also guide families in making informed end-of-life choices for their pets while building lasting relationships with local veterinary clinics to enhance their care.

To apply for the Part-Time Veterinarian role at Heartstrings Pet Hospice, you must possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM, VMD, or BVMS) degree and have a minimum of one year of experience as a practicing veterinarian. Additionally, a valid driver's license and the physical ability to perform various tasks, including lifting and prolonged periods of driving, are required.

The Part-Time Veterinarian role at Heartstrings Pet Hospice is designed to promote an excellent work-life balance. With flexible scheduling options ranging from 2-5 days per week and appointments typically occurring between 9 am and 5 pm, you can tailor your work schedule to suit your personal needs while fulfilling your passion for veterinary care.

At Heartstrings Pet Hospice, we offer comprehensive training and ongoing mentorship for our Part-Time Veterinarians. This ensures you receive the support and resources necessary to thrive in your role, allowing you to focus on providing compassionate care to pets and their families without being overwhelmed by administrative duties.

Part-Time Veterinarians at Heartstrings Pet Hospice enjoy a variety of benefits, including multiple health insurance options (vision and dental available), mileage reimbursement, quarterly productivity bonuses, and a retirement plan with employer matching. Additional perks include paid time off and professional development opportunities.

When approaching a family making end-of-life decisions, it's important to listen empathetically and discuss their specific concerns and values. Explain the available options clearly and compassionately, ensuring they feel supported throughout the process.

In answering this question, highlight any previous experience with mobile veterinary practices or home visits, emphasizing your ability to adapt to different environments and maintain professionalism while providing care.

Managing the emotional aspects of delivering these services requires self-awareness and emotional regulation. Discuss any personal strategies you use to cope with grief, and focus on the importance of providing support to grieving families.

Walk the interviewer through your philosophy on palliative care, stressing the importance of comfort, quality of life, and communication with pet owners regarding their pet's needs and desires.

Focus on Heartstrings Pet Hospice’s dedication to compassionate in-home care and the emphasis on building meaningful relationships with families, which truly sets it apart from traditional veterinary practices.

Explain your approach to conflict resolution, emphasizing active listening, empathy, and collaboration. Detail specific examples of how you've successfully navigated difficult conversations in the past.

Describe how you would initiate contact with local clinics, maintain open communication with them, and ensure you align with their standards of care while offering complementary services.

Discuss the technology or methods you use to keep your notes organized and up-to-date during home visits, showcasing your commitment to maintaining comprehensive medical records despite the mobile environment.

Highlight qualities such as empathy, patience, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle difficult emotions. Emphasizing these traits will show your understanding of the role’s demands.

Share your genuine passion for end-of-life care and discuss how Heartstrings Pet Hospice’s mission aligns with your values and aspirations, indicating that you are a good fit for their team culture.