Your Career Could Use Some Kindness | Wheaton, MD Veterinarian

AzVMA; Wheaton (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contributions

Generous paid time off

Continuing education support

Licensing and dues covered

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

Kindness Animal Hospital in Wheaton, MD is seeking an experienced veterinarian to join a compassionate, team-oriented practice with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and leadership opportunities.

We are a 100% small animal clinic offering ultrasound, therapeutic laser, Cryo, and TonoPen, with access to visiting specialists for advanced cases and a mentorship culture that prioritizes staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and active veterinary license
• Experience with small animals preferred
• Compassionate and team-oriented temperament

Responsibilities

• See an average of 14-15 patients per day (30-minute appointments)
• Participate in surgery-focused days once per week if desired
• Collaborate with visiting specialists and support staff to provide high-quality care

Job description

Kindness Animal Hospital is looking to grow our team with a compassionate, team-oriented experienced veterinarian to join our well-established, recently renovated practice in Wheaton, MD. This is a great opportunity to step into a supportive environment where collaboration, mentorship, and work-life balance are prioritized, and leadership opportunity is available.

Our standalone hospital has proudly served the community for over 40 years and has been newly renovated within the past year. Inside, you'll find:

• 6 exam rooms (including a dedicated feline room)
• A fully equipped surgical suite and dental area
• Spacious treatment area with two wet tables
• A paper-lite workflow for efficiency and ease

We are a 100% small animal practice (dogs & cats only) and pride ourselves on providing high-quality, comprehensive care. You'll have access to modern tools and resources, including ultrasound, therapeutic laser, Cryo, and TonoPen. We also partner with visiting specialists in ultrasound, soft tissue surgery, and orthopedic surgery, allowing us to keep many advanced cases in-house.

What a Day Looks Like with Us

• Average of 14-15 patients per day
• 30-minute appointment times
• Surgery-focused day once per week (if desired); our surgeons typically perform 3-4 procedures

Our Team Culture & Schedule

• We've built a diverse, collaborative team that genuinely enjoys working together.
• 1.5 technicians per doctor;4 RVTs on staff
• Special interests include behavior certification and feline low-stress handling
• 3 days of appointments + 1 surgery day per week
• No after-hours or on-call responsibilities

We're committed to maintaining a healthy work-life balance while also giving back through community outreach and partnerships with organizations like GRREAT and MASTERS (Scottie Rescue).

About Wheaton, Maryland

Wheaton, Maryland offers the perfect blend of convenience and character-just minutes from Washington, DC with easy access to the Metro, making commuting a breeze. Known for its cultural diversity, vibrant dining scene, and welcoming community, Wheaton also provides plenty of green space and outdoor activities, giving you the best of both city energy and suburban comfort.

We know that great medicine starts with taking care of our people. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellbeing, work-life balance, and continued growth.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company contributions, generous paid time off, continuing education and professional development support, licensing and professional dues, liability coverage, employee pet discounts, and more.