In-Home Euthanasia & Palliative Care Veterinarian – Mackay / Rockhampton, QLD
Location: Mackay / Rockhampton region, QLD
Service: Rest Your Paws – Palliative Care & In-Home Euthanasia
Start Date: Flexible
Employment Type: Independent contractor (paid per visit)
Availability: Flexible weekdays and/or weekends

Rest Your Paws is Australia’s leading in-home palliative care and euthanasia service, helping families say goodbye in the comfort of home with dignity, compassion, and support.

We are currently expanding into the Mackay and Rockhampton region and are seeking a caring and motivated Veterinarian to help establish and grow the service locally.

About the Role:
This role involves providing in-home euthanasia and optional palliative care consultations across your local area. As a new and developing region, this is a great opportunity for a vet who enjoys autonomy and is interested in building a meaningful service within their community.

This is a slower, more intentional pace compared to traditional general practice, with a strong focus on client connection, patient comfort, and delivering a calm end-of-life experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-home euthanasia services with empathy and professionalism
• Support families through end-of-life decision-making
• Deliver palliative care support where appropriate
• Work independently while supported by a national team
• Contribute to building awareness and presence of the service locally

Requirements:

• BVSc or equivalent with QLD veterinary registration
• Minimum 2 years of veterinary experience
• Calm, empathetic communication style
• Confidence working independently
• Driver’s licence and reliable vehicle

What’s on Offer:

• Paid per visit
• Flexible and autonomous schedule
• Opportunity to help establish and grow a new region
• Full onboarding and training
• Equipment, insurance, and admin support provided
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development