Medical Director

Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $50,000

Relocation assistance

Health/Dental/Vision insurance with HS

401(k) with employer matching

CE allowance $3,500/year + 3 CE days

Student loan assistance up to $15,000/

Maternity/paternity leave

Annual PTO and holidays

Equity ownership package

Job summary

Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center in Baltimore is seeking a veterinarian to step into a Medical Director role. This Fear Free certified animal hospital emphasizes client communication and surgical excellence across a robust caseload of medical, soft tissue surgical, and dental cases.

The Medical Director will lead a veterinary team, mentor staff, and shape clinical protocols while guiding operations and culture.

Qualifications

• DVM required and state veterinary license.
• Experience leading a veterinary team as Medical Director preferred.
• Strong general practice medicine and soft tissue surgical skills.
• Excellent client communication and mentorship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example in medical and surgical standards.
• Mentor veterinarians and support staff.
• Support hospital operations and foster team culture.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement clinical protocols and improve workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

General practice medicine

Surgery

Client communication

Fear Free handling

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Job description

Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center, a Fear Free™ certified animal hospital located in the historic Fells Point area of Baltimore, Maryland, is seeking a veterinarian with strong general practice medicine and surgery skills to step into a Medical Director role. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced DVM who is passionate about leadership, mentorship, and delivering top-tier veterinary care.

Founded in 1999, our AAHA-style general practice treats dogs, cats, and exotic pets with an emphasis on client communication and fear-free handling. Our facility features 5 exam rooms, a dedicated second-floor surgery suite, in-house IDEXX lab that's been fully upgraded in Summer 2026, digital radiology, and intraoral dental radiology. We're well-equipped to support a robust caseload of medical, soft tissue surgical, and dental cases.

Come on in! You can check out a virtual tour of our practice and meet some of the team here: docsidevet.com/careers

As Medical Director, you will lead a dedicated veterinary team and provide high-quality patient care while guiding clinical decisions and team development. You’ll play a key role in:

• Leading by example in medical and surgical standards
• Mentoring veterinarians and support staff
• Supporting hospital operations and team culture
• Collaborating with hospital leadership to implement clinical protocols and improve workflows.

Why Join Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center?

• Competitive ProSal, with annual base salary range of $150,00-$180,000+ per year
• Annual performance bonus for Medical Directors + stipend
• Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus available for experienced candidates
• Ownership interest? $400,000 equity ownership package with no money out of pocket!
• Financial relocation assistance available for candidates making a move
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• Student loan assistance for early career candidates – up to $15,000/year for 4 years
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance of $3,500 annually + paid 3 CE days
• Licensing & dues paid for state license renewal, DEA, and AVMA membership
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and paid parental maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness and mental health tools to fit your personalized needs with Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness
• Pet care discounts for your furry family members

Compensation is negotiable based on experience and relevant credentials with an annual base salary range of $150,000 - $180,000 plus a percentage of production, with additional compensation components which may be included such as sign-on bonus and other pay incentives.