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- Associate Veterinarian - $20k sign-on, medicine & surgery in Fells Point waterfront area
Description
Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland is hiring a veterinarian interested in a role focused on small animal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry to join our compassionate team. This is an ideal opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to advance their dental and oral surgery skills with hands-on training and support, and is interested in growth within a well-established, Fear Free™ certified practice. This veterinarian will split their time between seeing clients with a routinely scheduled day of procedural cases.
Located in the heart of historic Fells Point, our 4-doctor small animal and exotics practice has proudly served the Baltimore community since 1999. Doc-Side features 5 exam rooms, a dedicated surgery suite, and advanced diagnostic and dental equipment to support a heavy surgical caseload. We care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets and emphasize high-quality, client-centered medicine in a calm and supportive environment.
What You’ll Do as a Veterinarian:
- Deliver gold-standard care for preventive and wellness care
- Diagnose illness, provide medical treatment in a Fear Free™ environment, and offer advanced diagnostics, such as ultrasound and endoscopy, to support the needs of our acute and chronic disease patients
- Provide advanced dental care and oral surgery, supported by intraoral radiology and trained staff
- Perform a wide range of general soft tissue surgeries: mass removals, foreign body surgeries, pyometra, cystotomy, etc.
- Collaborate with a skilled team of veterinarians with special interests in internal medicine, surgery, dentistry, and preventive care
- Advance your clinical acumen with the support of experienced doctors and access to in-clinic and offsite training opportunities
Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA accredited veterinary school
- Licensed or license-eligible to practice veterinary medicine in Maryland
- 2+ years of experience in small animal medicine and surgery preferred
- Competency in surgical and dental skills preferred
- Passion for teamwork and delivering excellent patient care
Benefits
- Competitive base salary of $120,000 – $160,000, plus production bonuses
- Up to $20,000.00 sign on bonus available
- Relocation assistance and student loan support (up to $15,000/year for 4 years)
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, HSA/FSA, 529 plan, life insurance, etc.
- Flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time options available
- Paid time off, parental leave, and additional CE-specific time off
- Coverage for state/DEA licensing, professional dues, and liability insurance
- Ongoing CE and leadership training, including dental wet labs, Global FAST ultrasound training, and hands-on training through Innovetive University
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.