Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Continuing education opportunities

Mental health support

Job summary

A leading veterinary care practice in Silver Spring is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to provide exceptional care to pets. The ideal candidate will ensure the highest level of preventive care and build strong relationships with both pets and their owners. With a starting salary range of $78,000 to $96,000 and comprehensive benefits, this role offers significant support for work-life balance and professional development opportunities. Join a team that values autonomy and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Veterinarian.
• Experience with diverse pet species is beneficial.
• Ability to communicate effectively with pet owners.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best possible care for furry, feathered, and scaled pets.
• Build relationships with pets and their owners.
• Cultivate a positive work culture.
• Contribute to the future of veterinary medicine.

Skills

Veterinary care

Preventive care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Job description

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Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

The anticipated starting base salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $78,000 to $96,000 per year, plus production. Base salary to be determined by the schedule, location, experience, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Increased sign‑on offerings and relocation support available.

Who We Are

We’re Banfield. You’ve probably seen us around. We started in 1955 as a small practice with big ideas about preventive petcare. Now we’re the leading general veterinary care practice in America and we’d love to have you join our team.

We love pets. You know what else we love? Vets. We want to make sure our veterinarians feel supported so they can live their best lives AND practice medicine the way they choose. We do that by surrounding them with talented, passionate teammates and giving them amazing resources that help them stay fulfilled in and outside of work.

Banfield’s here for you so you can be there for pets!

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for veterinarians to add their passion, skills, and education to our team. We believe in hiring doctors with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures, and we support veterinarians who use their expertise in a way that benefits pets, clients, teams, and communities.

Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced veterinarian looking for a change, a new beginning at Banfield means an open door to explore the next best move in your professional career.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide furry, feathered, and scaled pets with the best possible care, especially preventive care
• Build close relationships with pets and the humans who love them
• Work closely with teammates and cultivate a positive, dynamic work culture
• Impact the future of veterinary medicine with your own expertise and ways of practicing medicine
• Exemplify the Mars Five Principles — Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom

What We Offer

Now the good stuff! We believe in taking care of our employees so they can take care of themselves, their family, and the pets they treat. We value work‑life balance too! Here are just a few of the benefits veterinarians are eligible for:

The Good Stuff

• Competitive salary with paid time off so you can spend time with the people you love
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and loved ones
• Fertility and family‑building assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Competitive referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!*
• Automatic enrollment 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of employment with generous company match
• Health Savings Account
• Practice Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Practice Paid Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• Liability and malpractice insurance
• Veterinary Student Debt Relief Programs- includes monthly contributions for full‑time veterinarians, student loan advice, and lump sum contributions for student job program participation
• Mental health support and resources
• Paid volunteering
• Optimum Wellness Plans® for up to three pets
• A variety of discounts including Mars, PetSmart, RoyalCanin, fitness, cellular and so much more

Even More Good Stuff

• Flexible scheduling
• Ability to practice autonomous medicine
• Locations all over the US to choose from
• Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at Banfield, Mars and other divisions of Mars brands
• Dedicated coaching support so you can grow your career (or become a coach yourself!)
• Continuing education opportunities paid for by us
• Health and well‑being benefits to support quality of life
• School loan assistance through our Student Debt Relief Program
• Equity, inclusion, and diversity resources
• Awesome opportunities to volunteer through Mars Volunteer Program, like volunteering at coral reef cleanups or on research vessels!