Full Time Veterinarian - Greater Houston, TX (AD)

Heartstrings Pet Hospice, In-Home Euthanasia & Aftercare · Houston, TX Full Time

$80000 – $105000 / year

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Job Description

Experience Fulfillment at Heartstrings Pet Hospice! Join Our Team as an In-Home Veterinarian in Greater Houston and surrounding area. Are you looking for a refreshing change from in-clinic practice? Do you want to reconnect with pet families and provide the compassionate care you've always envisioned, with generous appointment times and minimal administrative duties? If you consider yourself a compassionate and empathetic individual, we would love to have you join us! At Heartstrings Pet Hospice, our mission is to support pets and their families during one of life's most challenging moments by helping pets pass peacefully in the comfort of their own home. Established and owned by veterinarians, we understand that pets are beloved family members. We prioritize building deep and meaningful connections with pet families, colleagues, and the community. Join our team and become part of a nurturing and supportive environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. Discover a Unique and Rewarding Career as a Veterinarian 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 Requirements Veterinarian Core 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 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

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr

Houston Median $22,818/yr

Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr

vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.