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 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. Deborah Tierney, skilled in internal medicine, soft tissue, and oral surgery
- Dr. Coughlin, focused on small animal medicine and preventive care
- Dr. Vaughan, bringing fresh perspectives on progressive treatment and care
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
- Clinical proficiency general soft tissue and dental care
- Prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred
- Passion for coaching, collaboration, and delivering gold-standard medicine
Doc-Side encourages our team's development and growth! Hear from our founder and current Medical Director, Dr. Tierney, about our investment in training here:
Video Link
Why Join Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center?
- Competitive ProSal, with total compensation exceeding $180,000+ per year
- ️ Annual performance bonus for Medical Directors + stipend
- Up to $50,000sign-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 $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.
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Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center