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Veterinarian - Joliet, IL
About the Role
Heartstrings Pet Hospice is seeking a compassionate and empathetic Veterinarian to join our team in Joliet, Kankakee, and surrounding areas including Plainfield, New Lenox, Lockport, Mokena, and Frankfort. We offer a refreshing alternative to traditional in-clinic practice, allowing you to reconnect with pet families and provide the compassionate care you've always envisioned. Our mission is to support pets and their families during end-of-life care, helping pets pass peacefully in the comfort of their own homes.
Why Join Us?
- Make a greater impact with an average of 3-4 appointments per day
- Receive gratitude and appreciation in every appointment
- Embrace the freedom of a mobile practice without being tied to a clinic
- Benefit from comprehensive training and ongoing mentorship
- Achieve an actual work-life balance
- Enjoy schedule flexibility, with 2-5 day-per-week work options, with most appointments occurring between 9 am and 5 pm
- Participate in Team Building and Retreat Activities
Responsibilities
- Provide in-home euthanasia and hospice care for geriatric and terminally ill pets
- Guide families in making end-of-life decisions for their pets
- Build relationships with local veterinary clinics, serving as an extension of their excellent care
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS)
- 1+ year(s) experience as a practicing veterinarian
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted and up to 100 lbs. assisted
- Capable of walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, stooping, standing, and reaching consistently during the workday
- Comfortable with prolonged periods of driving
- Demonstrated manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and the ability to maintain steady hands while using medical tools
Benefits
- Range of health insurance plans, including vision and dental, with options for both individual and family coverage
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Quarterly Productivity Bonuses
- Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k with up to 3% match and Roth 401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D)
- Paid Time Off/Bereavement Leave/Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Training and Development
- Pet Insurance