Description

More about the Role

About Us
At The Village Vet, we're more than just a veterinary clinic-we're a close-knit, tenured team dedicated to practicing high-quality medicine in the heart of North Baltimore City. Our full-service practice offers everything from wellness care and client education to advanced imaging, surgery, and dentistry. With 3 exam rooms, a treatment area, a dedicated OR, digital full-body and dental radiographs, ultrasound, and plans for a new dental suite, you'll have the tools you need to provide excellent care.

We're proud of our strong community ties, convenient location (close to light rail, stadiums, parks, and great neighborhoods), and loyal clientele who value compassionate, thorough care. Our staff is stable, supportive, and experienced, ensuring you'll always have the help you need.

Why Join Us?

• New Grad Friendly: We welcome recent graduates and provide a structured mentorship program with hands-on guidance from experienced doctors, including advanced ultrasound training and surgical mentorship.
• Collaborative Culture: You'll work alongside long-term staff, including licensed technicians, in a respectful, team-focused environment.
• Quality of Life: Full-time associates enjoy a 4-day work week with no weekends, a consistent 8-5 schedule, and 30-minute appointments so you have time for client education and work-life balance.
• Surgical & Dental Opportunities: With surgery scheduled daily and a growing dentistry program, there are ample opportunities to develop your procedural skills.
• Advanced Medicine & Equipment: From digital radiographs and surgical lasers to advanced ultrasound and endoscopy, you'll practice with modern tools in a supportive setting.

What We're Looking For

• A compassionate DVM (new grads encouraged to apply!)
• Strong communication skills with a passion for client education
• Interest in dentistry and surgery (soft tissue, endoscopy, amputations-no ortho)
• A desire to collaborate in a supportive, high-quality practice

The Community
Located in a vibrant and safe Baltimore neighborhood, The Village Vet offers the best of city living with easy access to hiking, parks, schools, groceries, and the Hamden social scene. With a welcoming client base and a practice culture centered around growth, support, and education, you'll quickly feel at home.

Join Our Team
If you're a veterinarian looking for a supportive, team-oriented practice-whether you're a new graduate seeking mentorship or an experienced doctor ready to grow your career-The Village Vet is ready to welcome you!

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients' medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available