Managing Veterinarian - MA - Cambridge

Small Door; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 195,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

4 weeks paid time off

12 weeks parental leave

4 company holidays

Commuter benefits

License/insurance fees coverage

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

Small Door is reimagining veterinary care with a membership model, offering 24/7 telemedicine and transparent pricing. We seek a Veterinary Medical Director to lead a Boston-based team of doctors, drive clinical excellence, and uphold our hospitality-focused standards.

You will recruit, onboard, and mentor veterinarians while aligning operations with our culture and patient-first approach. Competitive compensation, equity opportunities, and strong benefits accompany this leadership role.

Qualifications

• DVM with active state license and DEA license
• 5+ years veterinary leadership/management experience
• Strong communication and mentorship skills

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat pets; counsel clients on care
• Directly manage and mentor 1–5 doctors
• Partner with Regional Medical Director to recruit, onboard, and retain talent
• Collaborate with Ops on doctor scheduling to ensure clinical coverage
• Uphold Small Door's culture and hospitality standards for members
• Serve as clinical point of contact for escalated medical questions or concerns
• Ensure service accessibility (surgery slots, doctor coverage) aligns with member needs
• Mentor and oversee doctors on clinical skills and performance metrics
• Partner with Practice Manager to support collaboration between Member Experience and Medical Team
• Collaborate with Nursing Leadership to foster open communication and continuous learning
• Monitor practice financial performance and work toward revenue targets
• Manage controlled substances and ensure DEA standards are met
• Ensure compliance with medical protocols and regulatory requirements

Skills

Leadership & mentorship

Team management

Communication

Strategic growth

Education

DVM or equivalent with active license

Job description

Small Door is membership-based veterinary care designed with human standards that is better for pets, pet parents, and veterinarians alike. We designed and delivered a reimagined veterinary experience via a membership that includes exceptional care, 24/7 telemedicine, and transparent pricing - delivered with modern hospitality in spaces designed by animal experts to be stress-free. We opened our flagship location in Manhattan's West Village in 2019 and have quickly expanded across the East Coast. Small Door now operates in New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia with continued expansion plans in 2026.

What You’ll Do

• Diagnose and treat pets with illnesses and injuries and counsel clients in pet care
• Directly manage, mentor, and develop a team of 1–5 doctors, fostering engagement and growth.
• Partner with Regional Medical Director and Talent team to recruit, onboard, and retain top-tier veterinary talent.
• Collaborate with Ops on doctor scheduling to ensure clinical coverage
• Uphold Small Door's culture and values to the practice team and to our members
• Serve as the clinical point of contact for escalated medical questions or concerns.
• Ensure that service accessibility (e.g., surgery slots, doctor coverage) aligns with member needs.
• Uphold Small Door’s hospitality standards in all client interactions.
• Mentor, manage and oversee doctors relating to their clinical skills and individual performance metrics concerning client satisfaction, teamwork, medical quality, record keeping, and production, and lead regular check‑ins with doctors to understand challenges and support professional development
• Partner with the Practice Manager to support a positive, collaborative approach between the Member Experience and the Medical Team
• Collaborate with Nursing Leadership to foster an environment of open communication, continuous learning, improvement, and excellence
• Monitor practice financial performance and work with leadership to achieve budget targets and revenue goals
• Manage controlled substances, review practice orders of drugs and supplies, and ensure that the DEA standards are met
• Ensure compliance with medical protocols (surgery, dental, diagnostics) and regulatory requirements (DEA, OSHA).

Who You Are

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent with an active state and DEA license, and 5+ years of experience in the field
• Takes a professional approach, with excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong communicator
• Committed to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the code of ethics
• Leader with experience managing a team and interest in mentoring veterinarians
• Thrives in team‑oriented environment
• Champions growth and innovation by inspiring your team, driving performance, and leading change with vision and resilience.
• Has a ‘glass half full’ attitude and a sense of humor!

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary ($195,000 - $215,000)
• 12-20% Performance bonus potential (bringing your total comp up to $230,000+ based on performance)
• Opportunity for equity ownership
• Health, dental + vision insurance
• 401K (plus company match)
• We never ask doctors to sign non-competes
• Upward mobility and growth opportunities
• 4 weeks of paid‑time off
• 12 weeks of parental leave (100% paid)
• 4 company holidays
• Commuter benefits and Monthly Health & Wellness stipend
• Costs covered for license renewal and liability insurance fees, along with dues covered for AtDove membership and subscriptions for VIN and Plumbs Pro
• Discounted veterinary care for your furry family
• An opportunity to make a real impact on the people around you
• A collaborative team of people who live our core values and have your back

Small Door is proudly committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage qualified applicants of every background, ability, and life experience to apply to appropriate employment opportunities.

Compensation Range: $195K - $210K