Company:
Lap of Love
Location: Portland
Closing Date: 25/11/2026
Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 Per Annum
Hours: Part Time
Type: Permanent
Job Description
Lap of Love seeks a Part-Time In-Home Veterinarian to provide compassionate hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia services for pets in their homes. You will guide families through difficult end-of-life decisions, focusing on comfort, dignity, and clear communication. Supported by a remote administrative team, you'll manage home visits, medical records, and controlled substances while practicing with flexibility and autonomy. Enjoy a mission-driven, collaborative culture that values empathy, work-life balance, and continuous professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Provide in-home veterinary hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia for companion animals
- Conduct compassionate consultations to assess pet quality of life and guide end-of-life decisions
- Administer medications, sedation, and euthanasia in accordance with medical and ethical standards
- Collaborate closely with pet families, offering emotional support and clear communication
- Document medical histories, care plans, and visit notes accurately and promptly
- Coordinate scheduling and care logistics with remote support and administrative teams
- Maintain controlled substances, medical supplies, and equipment in compliance with regulations
- Participate in ongoing training, case review, and professional development activities
Required Skills
- Small-animal veterinary medicine
- Hospice and palliative care for pets
- Euthanasia protocols and sedation
- Pain management and quality-of-life assessment
- Client counseling and difficult-conversation skills
- Medical recordkeeping and documentation
- Controlled substances management and compliance
- Mobile/house-call practice logistics
- Time management and autonomous field practice
- Teleadvice and remote client communication tools
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