Innovetive Petcare
Medical Director - Veterinarian in Small Animal Practice
Innovetive Petcare, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Overview
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. Irvin Herling, with decades of experience in internal medicine and surgery, has a passion for oral surgery and imagining
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
Medical Director Responsibilities 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 in general soft tissue 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? Lead. Mentor. Inspire. This is your chance to grow your veterinary leadership career in a thriving practice with a loyal client base and a collaborative team. You will be part of something meaningful at Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary of $120,000–$160,000, plus production bonuses
Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus available
Relocation assistance
Student loan assistance – up to $15,000 / year for 4 years
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription health insurance coverage
HSA / FSA and 529 plan options
Paid time off (PTO) and paid parental leave
Flexible full-time or part-time schedules available
Annual CE allowance with additional CE-specific time off
Coverage of licensing fees, liability insurance, and dues
Access to Innovetive University for leadership training, coaching, and hands-on CE (including dental wet labs and Global FAST ultrasound training)
Compensation is negotiable based on experience and credentials with an annual base salary range of $110,000 - $160,000 plus a percentage of production, with additional compensation components which may include a sign-on bonus and other pay incentives.
Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country. Our clinics benefit from our tools, resources, and a dedicated support team to help veterinary practices prosper and grow. We run a successful business so our veterinarians can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our veterinarians and staff to enjoy a better work-life balance, a strong, supportive community, and ongoing training and career development.
At Innovetive Petcare, it all begins with an unparalleled team. From the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers, and administrative staff at our clinics to the driven support team in our home office, our team is passionate about pet health. We are a culture-first company, working to redefine the veterinary lifestyle to allow professionals to advance through their veterinary medicine careers without burning out. We don’t just talk about it; we live it!
Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Innovetive Petcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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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. Irvin Herling, with decades of experience in internal medicine and surgery, has a passion for oral surgery and imagining
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
Medical Director Responsibilities 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 in general soft tissue 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? Lead. Mentor. Inspire. This is your chance to grow your veterinary leadership career in a thriving practice with a loyal client base and a collaborative team. You will be part of something meaningful at Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary of $120,000–$160,000, plus production bonuses
Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus available
Relocation assistance
Student loan assistance – up to $15,000 / year for 4 years
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription health insurance coverage
HSA / FSA and 529 plan options
Paid time off (PTO) and paid parental leave
Flexible full-time or part-time schedules available
Annual CE allowance with additional CE-specific time off
Coverage of licensing fees, liability insurance, and dues
Access to Innovetive University for leadership training, coaching, and hands-on CE (including dental wet labs and Global FAST ultrasound training)
Compensation is negotiable based on experience and credentials with an annual base salary range of $110,000 - $160,000 plus a percentage of production, with additional compensation components which may include a sign-on bonus and other pay incentives.
Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country. Our clinics benefit from our tools, resources, and a dedicated support team to help veterinary practices prosper and grow. We run a successful business so our veterinarians can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our veterinarians and staff to enjoy a better work-life balance, a strong, supportive community, and ongoing training and career development.
At Innovetive Petcare, it all begins with an unparalleled team. From the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers, and administrative staff at our clinics to the driven support team in our home office, our team is passionate about pet health. We are a culture-first company, working to redefine the veterinary lifestyle to allow professionals to advance through their veterinary medicine careers without burning out. We don’t just talk about it; we live it!
Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Innovetive Petcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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