What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Veterinarian - Pittsburgh, PA (DEC) position at Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare?
Heartstrings is not corporate, not private equity backed, and not driven by investor mandates. Decisions are made by veterinarians and operators who actively practice and lead with integrity. Our focus is long-term sustainability for doctors, families, and patients.
No Non-Competes. Ever!We believe restrictive covenants harm veterinarians, families, and patient access to care. You will never be asked to sign a non-compete or agree to restrictions that limit where or how you practice medicine in the future.
Clinical Autonomy Without Corporate PressureYou are the doctor. We do not impose quotas, rushed timelines, or production pressure that compromises care. Every appointment is family-guided, unhurried, and grounded in best-practice sedation and comfort protocols.
A Sustainable, Human ScheduleMost Heartstrings doctors see 2–4 thoughtfully scheduled appointments per day, allowing you to be fully present without burnout. You go home knowing you practiced medicine ethically and compassionately.
Specialty Focus, Not General Practice BurnoutHeartstrings is an end-of-life specialty practice, not a side service or add-on. Our systems, training, and support are purpose-built for hospice and euthanasia care so you are never asked to “fit” this work into a general practice model.
True Team SupportYou are never alone. Our Veterinary Care Specialist (VCS) team manages scheduling, family communication, logistics, and coordination allowing you to focus on medicine and presence. Clinical leadership and peer support are always accessible.
Mission Over MarginOur success is measured by quality of care, doctor well-being, and family trust not growth at any cost. We remain intentionally independent so we can protect the heart of this work.
A Final WordHeartstrings was built by a family who believed there had to be a better way for veterinarians and for the families who trust us during life’s hardest moments. We exist to protect the sacred space of end-of-life care and the professionals who provide it.
If you are ready to practice with compassion, dignity, and respect—for your patients and yourself we would be honored to speak with you.
Life isn’t just better at Heartstrings.
It’s more meaningful—and it’s free.
- Provide in-home hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia services
- Guide families through deeply emotional decisions with clarity and compassion
- Practice medicine in alignment with AVMA guidelines and Heartstrings sedation protocols
- Collaborate with a supportive clinical, operations team & leadership team.
- Deliver care at a pace determined by the family not the clock
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)
- Licensed (or license-eligible) in Pennsylvania
- Valid U.S. driver’s license
- Self-Managed Schedule
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (100 lbs. with assistance)
- Background and motor vehicle record check required prior to start
- Competitive Pay (Absolutely No Negative Accrual)
- Quarterly bonus opportunities
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous Paid Time-Off
- CE allowance & Dedicated CE PTO
- Company-Paid life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Paid parental and bereavement leave
- Pet insurance
- Mileage reimbursement at (.70 Per Mile)
- Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship
- Wellness resources supporting emotional & physical