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Medical Director - Veterinarian
Department: Veterinarians
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 / year
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 medicine and 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 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 IDEXX lab that's been fully upgraded in Summer 2026, digital radiology, and intraoral dental radiology. We're well-equipped to support a robust caseload of medical, soft tissue surgical, and dental cases.
You can check out a virtual tour of our practice and meet some of the team here: docsidevet.com/careers
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 experience
Proficiency in general soft tissue surgery and dental care
Prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred
Passion for coaching, collaboration, and delivering gold-standard medicine
Why Join Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center?
Competitive ProSal , with annual base salary range of $150,00-$180,000+ per year
Annual performance bonus for Medical Directors + stipend
Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus available for experienced candidates
Ownership interest? $400,000 equity ownership package with no money out of pocket
Financial relocation assistance available for candidates making a move
Health/Dental/Vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
Student loan assistance for early career candidates - up to $15,000/year for 4 years
Continuing Education (CE) allowance of $3,500 annually + paid 3 CE days
Licensing & dues paid for state license renewal, DEA, and AVMA membership
Paid Time Off (PTO) , holidays, and paid parental maternity/paternity leave
Wellness and mental health tools to fit your personalized needs with Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness
Pet care discounts for your furry family members
Compensation is negotiable based on experience and relevant credentials with an annual base salary range of $150,000 - $180,000 plus a percentage of production, with additional compensation components which may be included such as sign-on bonus and other pay incentives.
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