Medical Director - Veterinarian

Medical Director - Veterinarian

Department:
Veterinarians

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Baltimore, Maryland

Reporting To:
Dr. Deborah Tierney

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.

• 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

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

• 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 base salary of $120,000‑$160,000, plus production bonuses
  • Annual performance bonus for Medical Directors + stipend
  • 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 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.