Medical Director

Ethos Veterinary Health; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Management stipend

Sign-on or relocation assistance

CE allowance and professional dev.

Leadership development and mentorship

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Hunt Valley, Maryland is seeking a visionary Specialty Medical Director to lead one of the region's premier specialty and emergency campuses. The role spans AVIM&O, CVSS, and Pet+ER across the CVRC network, with daily collaboration with cardiology, neurology and ophthalmology teams.

As Medical Director, you will balance clinical leadership with strategic partnerships, drive hospital growth, mentorship, and medical excellence, while fostering a positive culture that

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree and Maryland licensure eligibility.
• Board certification in a recognized veterinary specialty.
• Proven leadership or mentorship experience.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary specialty teams.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership while maintaining an active specialty caseload.
• Oversee medical standards and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Partner with Hospital Director to support operations and growth.
• Mentor veterinarians through coaching and case consultation.
• Lead medical rounds, journal clubs, and continuing education.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and development of staff.
• Strengthen referral relationships with veterinarians and specialists.
• Contribute to medical and operational strategy for the campus.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Team collaboration

Client-centered care

Strategic thinking

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Board Certification in a veterinary specialty

Maryland licensure eligibility

Job description

Full-Time opportunity in Hunt Valley, Maryland

Management Stipend Eligible

Schedule: Full-Time (75% Clinical /25% Administrative)

Lead Three Specialty Hospitals. Collaborate Across an Entire Referral Campus.

Ethos Veterinary Health is seeking a visionary Specialty Medical Director to lead one of the region's most respected specialty and emergency veterinary campuses. This is a unique opportunity to provide strategic medical leadership across [1] Atlantic Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology (AVIM&O), [2] Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists (CVSS), and [3] Pet+ER Emergency & Critical Care (Pet+ER), all part of the [4] Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) network.

This role provides leadership for AVIM&O, CVSS, and Pet+ER while offering daily collaboration with the cardiology, neurology and ophthalmology specialty partners located within the [5] Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center campus. While not all practices are Ethos-affiliated, together they create one of the most comprehensive specialty veterinary communities in the region.

As Medical Director, you'll serve as both a clinical leader and strategic partner, balancing specialty practice with meaningful leadership responsibilities that support hospital growth, mentorship, and medical excellence.

In this role, you'll serve as the medical subject matter expert for the campus, guiding medical standards, supporting clinicians through complex cases, strengthening referral relationships, and helping drive strategic initiatives that support long-term growth and innovation. Just as importantly, you'll foster a positive, professional, and supportive culture where team members feel empowered to learn, grow, and do their best work.

If you're energized by the opportunity to influence hospital strategy, mentor exceptional clinicians, and help shape the future of specialty veterinary medicine, we'd love to talk with you.

Location Highlight

Hunt Valley offers an exceptional quality of life in the heart of Maryland's scenic horse country. Residents enjoy beautiful rolling landscapes, abundant outdoor recreation, excellent dining and shopping, and convenient access to Oregon Ridge Park. Located just 20 minutes from Baltimore, 40 minutes from Annapolis, one hour from Washington, D.C., and 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Hunt Valley provides the perfect balance of suburban living and metropolitan accessibility.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance

• Competitive compensation
• Management stipend
• Sign-on or relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Employee assistance programs
• Leadership development and mentorship opportunities

The anticipated starting base salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $200,000 - $250,000 annually, plus applicable production and leadership compensation.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will:

• Provide clinical leadership while maintaining an active specialty caseload.
• Oversee medical standards and ensure patients receive consistent, high-quality care.
• Partner with the Hospital Director and leadership team to support hospital operations, team engagement, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Mentor, develop, and support a team of veterinarians through coaching, case consultation, professional development, and guidance on complex or critical cases.
• Monitor patient care, medical protocols, and compliance with hospital policies, medical standards, and quality initiatives.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and team-centered culture that prioritizes communication, accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
• Lead and participate in medical rounds, case reviews, journal clubs, and continuing education activities that support a culture of lifelong learning.
• Support recruiting, retention, onboarding, and development efforts for veterinary professionals.
• Research, address, and assist in resolving client escalations, including medical concerns, customer service matters, and patient care issues.
• Serve as a trusted resource for referring veterinarians and specialty colleagues while strengthening referral relationships throughout the community.
• Partner with hospital leadership to identify opportunities to expand or enhance medical services based on patient and community needs and contribute to long-term medical and operational strategy.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Maryland veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in a recognized veterinary specialty (ACVIM, ACVS, ACVR, ACVO, ACVECC, or equivalent).
• Previous leadership, mentorship, or management experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing clinical teams.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary specialty and emergency services.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for continuous learning, mentorship, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.
• The ability to balance clinical excellence with strategic thinking, operational partnership, and hospital growth initiatives.
• Enthusiasm for helping shape the future of AVIM&O, CVSS and Pet+ER and supporting a thriving hospital culture.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level while helping shape the future of veterinary care and specialty hospital leadership.

References

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1. https://www.avim.us/hunt-valley-location

2. https://cvssvets.com/

3. https://www.pet-er.net/

4. https://cvrc.com/about/

5. https://cvrc.com/specialty-practices/

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