Medical Director - Veterinarian in Small Animal Practice

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA).; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic veterinary hospital in Baltimore seeks a Medical Director with strong general practice and surgical skills. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team, mentor staff, and provide top-tier care while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits, including a sign-on bonus and student loan assistance.

Benefits

Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus available

Relocation assistance

Student loan assistance up to $15,000/year for 4 years

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription health insurance

Flexible full-time or part-time schedules

Annual CE allowance with additional specific time off

Coverage of licensing fees and liability insurance

Access to Innovetive University for training

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Maryland.
• Minimum 3 years of small animal clinical experience.
• Prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated veterinary team and guide clinical decisions.
• Perform general soft tissue surgeries and deliver dental care.
• Promote Fear Free practices in a client-centered environment.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Surgical proficiency

Compassionate care

Education

DVM or VMD degree

Job description

Medical Director - Veterinarian in Small Animal Practice

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Reporting To: Dr. Deborah Tierney

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 and soft tissue 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 4-doctor, 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 lab, digital radiology, and intraoral dental radiology, supporting a robust caseload of medical, surgical, and dental cases.

Our veterinarian team includes:

• Dr. Irvin Herling, with decades of experience in internal medicine and surgery, has a passion for oral surgery and imagining
• Dr. Deborah Tierney, skilled in internal medicine, soft tissue, and oral surgery
• Dr. Coughlin, focused on family medicine and preventive care
• Dr. Vaughan, bringing fresh perspectives on progressive treatment and care

Medical Director Responsibilities:

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

What You'll Do as a Veterinarian:

• Oversee and provide preventive care, diagnostics, and chronic disease management
• Perform general soft tissue surgeries (spay/neuter, mass removals, foreign body surgeries, etc.)
• Deliver dental care including dental extractions with radiographic support
• Promote Fear Free practices in a compassionate, client-centered environment

Veterinarian Requirements:

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in Maryland
• Minimum 3 years of small animal clinical experience
• Surgical and dental proficiency
• Prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred
• Passion for coaching, collaboration, and delivering gold-standard medicine

Why Join Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center?

Lead. Mentor. Inspire. This is your chance to grow your veterinary leadership career in a thriving practice with a loyal client base and a collaborative team. You will be part of something meaningful at Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary of $120,000-$160,000, plus production bonuses
• Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus available
• Relocation assistance
• Student loan assistance - up to $15,000/year for 4 years
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription health insurance coverage
• HSA/FSA and 529 plan options
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid parental leave
• Flexible full-time or part-time schedules available
• Annual CE allowance with additional CE-specific time off
• Coverage of licensing fees, liability insurance, and dues
• Access to Innovetive University for leadership training, coaching, and hands-on CE (including dental wet labs and Global FAST ultrasound training)

Compensation is negotiable based on experience and relevant credentials with an annual base salary range of $110,000 - $160,000 plus a percentage of production, with additional compensation components which may be included such as sign-on bonus and other pay incentives.