Medical Director - Veterinarian

Heart + Paw; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart + Paw seeks an experienced Partner Veterinarian to lead Mid-Atlantic Veterinary Hospital in Hagerstown, MD. This role offers a unique co-ownership opportunity, enabling you to shape practice culture with strong support. Enjoy autonomy in practice ownership while making a meaningful impact in pet care and a strong income potential.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $50,000

Relocation assistance provided

Flexible ownership options

Operational support from Heart + Paw

Comprehensive mentorship

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years clinical experience required.
• Licensed in good standing with state board.
• Experience in practice ownership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and quality of care.
• Lead a veterinary team to provide high-quality services.
• Mentor associate veterinarians and support staff.

Skills

Leadership

Client-focused approach

Ability to leverage technology

Collaboration

Education

Veterinary medical degree

Job description

Partner Veterinarian (Medical Director) - Co-Ownership Opportunity Available

Up to $50,000 Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Available

Heart + Paw is seeking an experienced Partner Veterinarian for our Partner Hospital, Mid-Atlantic Veterinary Hospital located in the vibrant city of Hagerstown, MD. This unique opportunity is ideal for veterinarians interested in stepping into a Medical Director role with the option to co-own a full-service veterinary hospital. You’ll enjoy the freedom of practice ownership, with wealth-building potential, without the administrative burden. Join a supportive, veterinarian-led community with Heart + Paw, where our team provides operational backing and a collaborative community to empower your success. This is petcare reimagined️.

Position Highlights:

• Opportunity to lead a veterinary team in a Medical Director role.
• Partnership with Heart + Paw, a leading veterinary community with strong operational support.
• Co-ownership option with flexible buy-in starting at $20,000, with ownership up to 49%.

Why Heart + Paw and Mid-Atlantic Veterinary Hospital Clinic Stand Out:

As a Partner Veterinarian, you’ll have the freedom to build the practice culture and clinical protocols you envision. This role offers:

• True Partnership – Share in practice decisions and receive semi-annual profit distributions.
• Ownership Flexibility – Buy-in options range from 5-49% with financing assistance if needed.
• Comprehensive Support – Receive mentorship and operational guidance from our Heart + Paw community.
• Focus on Preventive Care – Provide leading-edge care with a focus on the human-animal bond and low-stress handling techniques.

Your Role as Partner Veterinarian:

As the primary leader at Mid-Atlantic Veterinary Hospital, you will oversee the center’s daily operations, quality of care, and client experience. Responsibilities include:

• Leading a team to deliver high-quality, client-focused veterinary services.
• Promoting preventive care and ensuring compliance with veterinary standards and Heart + Paw protocols.
• Acting as a role model and brand champion for Heart + Paw within the community.
• Guiding and mentoring associate veterinarians and support staff to enhance skills and patient care.
• Communicating effectively with clients, utilizing technology for telemedicine, texting, and email.
• Collaborating with the Center Director to manage team hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Participating in planning, budgeting, and financial performance reviews, sharing insights with Heart + Paw leadership.

Qualifications:

• Veterinary medical degree with a license in good standing with the applicable state board.
• A minimum of 4-5 years of clinical experience and a strong client-focused approach.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and an interest in practice ownership.
• Proven ability to build and retain a loyal client base through exceptional service.
• Interest in leveraging technology to advance veterinary practices and improve the client/pet experience.
• Highly collaborative with strong business acumen, financial insights, and a consumer-centric mindset.
• Fear Free and HABRI certification (or a desire to obtain these).

About Heart + Paw
Heart + Paw was founded on the belief that veterinary professionals deserve a workplace where they can thrive and be happy, healthy, and successful. We’re committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where all veterinarians can reach their full potential.

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If you’re ready to excel in a role where your skills are appreciated, your career growth is supported, and your impact on pets and families is profound, we invite you to apply to join the Heart + Paw team at [PARTNER HOSPITAL/CENTER] in [CITY, STATE]. Start your rewarding career journey with us!

Heart + Paw is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.

About Heart + Paw

Founded on the belief that veterinary professionals deserve a workplace where they can thrive and be happy, healthy, and successful, Heart + Paw offers full-service veterinary centers that are reimagining pet care in every way, providing state-of-the-art care that today's pet parents expect. We’re committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment where all team members can reach their full potential. From routine wellness, dental care, radiology, and surgeries to grooming and daycare, all pets are treated with a low stress approach. Heart + Paw incorporates advanced technologies, top-of-the-line amenities, equipment selected based on years of practice and research, and a fresh philosophy for pets, pet parents and our team. This is petcare reimagined.

Heart + Paw is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.

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