Part Time Veterinarian - Omaha, NE (MAR2)

As a Part Time Veterinarian at Heartstrings Pet Hospice, your key responsibilities include providing in-home euthanasia and hospice care for geriatric and terminally ill pets, guiding families through end-of-life decisions, and fostering relationships with local veterinary clinics to extend their quality of care. Your focus will be on delivering compassionate and empathetic support to pet families during challenging times.

To qualify for the Part Time Veterinarian role at Heartstrings Pet Hospice, you must possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) degree and have at least one year of experience as a practicing veterinarian. Additionally, a valid driver's license, the physical capability to assist pets requiring physical support, and excellent manual dexterity are essential for success in this role.

The work schedule for a Part Time Veterinarian at Heartstrings Pet Hospice offers excellent flexibility, allowing you to work between 2 to 5 days per week. Most appointments are scheduled conveniently between 9 am and 5 pm, enabling you to manage a proper work-life balance while embracing the opportunity to connect with pet families.

As a Part Time Veterinarian at Heartstrings Pet Hospice, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including various health insurance plans with options for vision and dental coverage, mileage reimbursement, quarterly productivity bonuses, a retirement plan with a match, life insurance, and generous paid time off to support your well-being.

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is committed to the professional growth of its Part Time Veterinarian. You will receive comprehensive training tailored to in-home care and hospice practices, along with ongoing mentorship from experienced professionals. This supportive framework ensures you can deliver the highest quality of care while feeling nurtured in your new role.

In discussing end-of-life decisions, it’s important to approach the conversation with empathy and understanding. Acknowledge their emotions and ask open-ended questions to allow them to express their feelings and concerns. Share guidance based on the pet's condition and comfort, but ultimately respect their wishes as they navigate this difficult process.

Reflect on your past experiences with hospice care, emphasizing the emotional support you've provided to families, how you've managed pain relief, and your commitment to maintaining a pet’s quality of life. Discuss any specific cases where you had to make critical decisions and how those experiences shaped your perspective on in-home care.

When faced with grieving pet owners, it’s vital to remain calm and compassionate. Practice active listening, allowing them to express their feelings without interruption. Be present and offer words of comfort, ensuring they feel validated and understood. Emphasize your role in supporting them during this difficult time.

I am comfortable performing various procedures in a mobile practice, including euthanasia, pain management, palliative care, and basic medical assessments. I understand the importance of adapting conducted procedures to ensure both pet and owner comfort in their familiar environment.

Present a specific challenging case where you assessed a pet's quality of life and collaborated with the family for a compassionate decision. Highlight your veterinary skills, communication approach, and how you considered the family's values and wishes to achieve a supportive and loving outcome for their pet.

I am driven by my desire to provide empathic support to pet families during one of life’s most difficult experiences. The chance to help them navigate this stage, ensuring comfort and peace for their beloved pets, remains a profound and rewarding aspect of veterinary care that resonates deeply with my values.

Building relationships with local veterinary clinics starts with open communication and a collaborative spirit. I would reach out to discuss how our services can complement their care, providing them with updates about shared cases and engaging in team-based discussions to mutually benefit our patients and their families.

The key to providing excellent end-of-life care lies in compassion, communication, and personalization. It's essential to understand each pet's unique needs and the family's emotions, delivering care that honors their relationship while guiding them through the process with grace and dignity.

To promote my own well-being while assisting grieving families, I prioritize self-care practices like regular check-ins with colleagues for emotional support, engaging in mindfulness techniques, and setting healthy boundaries between professional and personal life. This balance ensures I am fully present for the families I serve.

In-home euthanasia is essential as it allows pets to pass in a familiar and comforting environment, surrounded by loved ones. This humane approach minimizes stress for pets and provides families the privacy and peace needed during such a challenging moment, honoring the bond they share.