Veterinary Medical Director

AAVMP; Bowie, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Mental health resources / EAP

License/DEA/AVMA dues paid by hospital

No non-compete

Job summary

Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty in Bowie, Maryland seeks a Veterinary Medical Director to lead clinical standards and mentor 21 veterinarians. The role blends medical leadership with administrative duties in a multi-department specialty setting.

The successful candidate has a DVM with at least 5 years of emergency/specialty experience and a track record in leadership, communication, and client service. The position offers a competitive base and production bonus, with a 4-day work week and

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree and licensure eligibility.
• Minimum 5 years clinical experience, preferably in Emergency/Specialty hospital.
• 1–2 years leadership experience preferred.
• Values integrity, strong communication and client service.
• Collaborative leadership aligned with the hospital culture.
• Confident in managing emergency cases and fast-paced decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical standards and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Mentor a team of 21 veterinarians, providing case guidance.
• Collaborate with hospital manager and leadership on operations.
• Monitor patient care, protocols, and compliance with policies.
• Lead or participate in medical rounds, case reviews, and meetings.
• Address client escalations and medical/service concerns.
• Partner with Hospital Director to grow medical services and strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Emergency medicine

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director

ProSal Model: $220,000 - $250,000 base and monthly production bonus with earning potential of $275,000+ and no negative accrual

Full-Time Opportunity in Bowie, Maryland

Schedule: 4-day work week, with a minimum of 50% of time spent on administrative duties

Why Join Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty?

At Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty, we cultivate an atmosphere of continuous learning, diversity, unity, and growth. Our culture is built on four foundational values: Compassion, Collaboration, Education, and Integrity. We strive to infuse these values into every aspect of our work, from our daily interactions with clients to the programs and initiatives we implement.

We take pride in being a teaching hospital and fostering the next generation of veterinary professionals. Externs and mentees are always welcome, and we seize every opportunity to facilitate learning and collaboration within our team.

What sets us apart is our unique multi-departmental structure. We house seven specialty departments under one roof: Neurology, Oncology, Radiology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, and ER/ICU. This structure facilitates exceptional cross-collaboration and learning, allowing for daily morning huddles with experts from different fields to make informed, comprehensive medical decisions for our patients. Instead of having to call a specialist for advice, you can simply walk down the hallway.

When it comes to wellness, we don't just talk the talk; we walk the walk. To promote well-being, we have instituted an active Wellness Program.

Additionally, we understand the importance of celebration, recognition, and diversity, and these are key aspects of our culture. Our unique Reward Program serves to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our team, offering bespoke rewards that reflect their meaningful contributions. We also demonstrate our commitment to diversity and unity through monthly engagement activities, which serve as platforms to celebrate our diverse backgrounds, encourage personal growth, and create joyful and fun-filled spaces. This dedication to our team's well-being and continuous development nurtures a vibrant work environment, fostering a sense of value and inspiration in everyone, motivating them to always strive for their best.

To learn more about what matters to us and meet the team, click here.

Location Highlight

Located in Prince George's County, Bowie Maryland is ideally situated within the greater Washington, DC metro area, with convenient access to Northern Virginia, Baltimore and Annapolis. With its combination of residential neighborhoods, green spaces, shopping, dining, and easy access to major cities, Bowie offers a great balance of suburban living and metropolitan accessibility.

Bowie is approximately 20 miles from Washington, D.C., 25 miles from Baltimore, and 20 miles from Annapolis, making it an appealing location for those who want access to multiple major metropolitan areas without living directly in a city.

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

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement fund with employer match
• 4 weeks of vacation with additional sick time
• Short term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Free mental health resources and Employee Assistance Program
• State license, DEA, AVMA or other specialty dues paid by hospital
• No non-compete!

ER ABVP Guided Program - The ER ABVP Guided program offers a path that meets you where you are, allowing you to reach your emergency career goals without the need for an internship. Ideal for any emergency practitioners within the Ethos network looking to deepen their expertise in emergency practice. This path lets you stay in your current Ethos network hospital, enjoying your full wages and benefits while practicing at an Ethos hospital and pursuing board certification.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Oversee medical standards and ensure patients receive consistent, high-quality care.
• Support and mentor a team of 21 veterinarians, including providing case consultation and guidance on complex or critical cases.
• Collaborate with the hospital manager and leadership team on day-to-day hospital operations.
• Monitor patient care, medical protocols, and compliance with hospital policies and veterinary standards.
• Lead or participate in medical rounds, case reviews, and team meetings.
• Research, address, and aid in resolution of client escalations, to include medical concerns, customer service, and patient care issues as needed.
• Partner with Hospital Director to identify opportunities to expand or improve medical services based on patient and community needs and contribute to long‑term medical and operational strategy.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Possesses a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, ideally in an Emergency/Specialty hospital, and a minimum of 1-2 years of leadership experience preferred.
• Values integrity, exhibits superior communication, and displays excellent client service and patient care.
• Is a collaborative leader who will match and embrace DCES's culture.
• Confidence managing emergency cases and making sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing emergency and specialty veterinary medicine.

Join Us

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

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

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.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.