Medical Director - Veterinarian in Small Animal Practice

Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate veterinarian to take on the role of Medical Director. This position offers the chance to lead a dedicated team, mentor fellow veterinarians, and implement high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. With a focus on Fear Free practices, you'll ensure exceptional veterinary services while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits. This role is perfect for someone eager to inspire and make a meaningful impact in the veterinary field.

Benefits

Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan assistance - up to $15,000/year

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Flexible full-time or part-time schedules

Annual CE allowance

Access to Innovetive University for leadership training

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of small animal clinical experience required.
• Surgical and dental proficiency essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated veterinary team and guide clinical decisions.
• Oversee preventive care, diagnostics, and chronic disease management.

Skills

Leadership

Soft Tissue Surgery

Client Communication

Mentoring

Preventive Care

Education

DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school

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.