Part Time Veterinarian - Wasatch Range, UT (MAR2)

As a Part Time Veterinarian at Heartstrings Pet Hospice, your main responsibilities will consist of providing in-home euthanasia and hospice care for geriatric and terminally ill pets. You will also guide families in making end-of-life decisions and work to build relationships with local veterinary clinics, effectively serving as an extension of their care. This role offers unique opportunities to connect with pet families directly and make a significant impact during their most challenging times.

To join Heartstrings Pet Hospice as a Part Time Veterinarian, you must possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) degree, with at least one year of experience as a practicing veterinarian. A valid driver's license is essential, along with physical capabilities to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and a commitment to provide exceptional care in a home-based setting.

Working as a Part Time Veterinarian at Heartstrings Pet Hospice offers excellent work-life balance. With flexible scheduling options of 2-5 days per week and most appointments occurring between 9 am and 5 pm, you can enjoy your personal time while still fulfilling your passion for veterinary care. Our model allows you to work an average of only 3-4 appointments per day, giving you time to connect meaningfully with families and their pets.

Heartstrings Pet Hospice is committed to the professional growth of its veterinarians. We provide comprehensive training and ongoing mentorship, ensuring that our Part Time Veterinarians feel confident and supported in their roles. Additionally, our team engages in building strong connections through team-building activities and retreats, fostering a collaborative and uplifting work atmosphere.

Part Time Veterinarians at Heartstrings Pet Hospice receive a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance plans (with options for vision and dental), mileage reimbursement, quarterly productivity bonuses, a retirement plan with matching options, life insurance, and generous paid time off—including bereavement and parental leave. We also provide professional training and development opportunities to ensure that you can continually advance your skills.

When answering this question, it's important to highlight your passion for providing compassionate end-of-life care. Discuss your desire to make a positive impact on pets and their families during challenging times and how the mobile practice model aligns with your professional goals and lifestyle preferences.

For this question, emphasize your empathetic communication skills and experience. Discuss how you actively listen to families, provide them with the information they need, and offer emotional support in making difficult decisions, showcasing your sensitivity and understanding throughout the process.

Outline any relevant experiences you have had in providing in-home care, focusing on how you've approached these sensitive situations. Share specific examples that demonstrate your ability to maintain professionalism while delivering compassionate care and comfort to both pets and their owners.

Discuss the importance of interpersonal skills and how you build trust with clients. Emphasize consistency in care, genuine communication, and following up with families to ensure that they feel valued and supported, further strengthening the bond and trust over time.

Reflect on the emotional resilience needed in this field. Explain how you personally cope with grief, engage in self-care practices, and seek support from colleagues to help you navigate these complex feelings while maintaining your professional integrity.

Highlight your organizational skills and attention to detail, which are crucial in a mobile practice. Discuss how you prepare adequately for each appointment, ensure all necessary medical equipment is accessible, and maintain clear communication before and after visits to guarantee continuity of care.

Address the importance of building relationships with local clinics as a part of ensuring comprehensive pet care. Explain how collaborating benefits the families and pets you serve, as well as enhances your practice’s network and resources to provide the best outcomes for pets in your care.

Articulate your understanding of the profound emotional rewards that come from providing compassionate end-of-life care, highlighting how you feel fulfilled by helping families navigate their pet's passing with dignity and grace, as well as the gratitude expressed by pet owners during these pivotal moments.

Demonstrate your conflict resolution skills by explaining how you would remain calm, empathetic, and professional during challenging interactions. Discuss strategies like active listening, validating their feelings, and providing supportive resources to help them cope with their grief more effectively.

Discuss the significance of flexibility in accommodating pet families' needs and recognizing that every situation is unique. Explain how being adaptable allows you to adjust your approach based on the family's circumstances while enhancing their overall care experience and relationship with you.