Lead Veterinarian

Noah's Ark Veterinary Resort; Millersville (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

SIMPLE IRA with employer match

Continuing Education allowance

Professional development support

Employee pet care discounts

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Noah's Ark Veterinary Resort in Millersville, Maryland, is seeking a veterinarian to join their team. The role combines clinical practice with the opportunity for leadership and collaboration in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess a DVM or equivalent and a Maryland veterinary license.

This position offers a flexible schedule, competitive compensation, and several benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance. A strong interest in mentorship and practice development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree is required.
• Must hold a Maryland veterinary license or be eligible.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Help shape medical standards and protocols.
• Mentor and support veterinary team members.
• Collaborate with management on growth and development.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Interest in mentorship and collaboration

Leadership experience

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Maryland veterinary license (or eligibility)

DEA license

Tools

Sonoscape ProPet P60 ultrasound

digital radiography

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About Us

Noah's Ark Veterinary & Boarding Resort is a privately owned small-animal practice located in Millersville, Maryland, between Baltimore, Annapolis, and Washington, D.C. We believe great hospitals are built through partnership between veterinarians, credentialed technicians, support staff, and management. Our goal is to create an environment where excellent medicine, strong culture, and sustainable work-life balance can coexist.

What This Role Looks Like

This position combines clinical practice with opportunities for leadership and influence. Areas of involvement may include:

• Helping shape medical standards and protocols
• Mentoring and supporting veterinary team members
• Evaluating new equipment, services, and medical initiatives
• Collaborating with management on hospital growth and development
• Supporting a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement
• Serving as a clinical resource for the team

The exact scope of the role will depend on your interests, strengths, and career goals.

What You'll Find Here

• Flexible scheduling
• No nights
• Closed for major holidays
• Credentialed technicians and experienced support staff
• Modern equipment including a Sonoscape ProPet P60 ultrasound, CO₂ laser, cold therapy laser, digital radiography, and LigaSure—with opportunities to help shape future equipment, service, and medical program development.
• A management team that welcomes collaboration and respects medical expertise
• The opportunity to meaningfully influence the future of the practice

What We're Looking For

• DVM or equivalent degree
• Maryland veterinary license (or eligibility)
• DEA license
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Interest in mentorship, collaboration, and hospital development
• Leadership experience is welcomed but not required

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who enjoys building something alongside a team and takes pride in helping a practice grow.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation and leadership packages available based on experience, schedule, and responsibilities.

Benefits may include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• SIMPLE IRA with employer match
• CE allowance
• Professional development support
• Employee pet care discounts
• Relocation assistance

Let\'s Talk

You don\'t need to know exactly what title you\'re looking for.

If you\'re interested in practicing great medicine, having a voice in the future of a privately owned hospital, and working alongside a collaborative team, we\'d love to start a conversation.