Posted August 20, 2026
Associate Veterinarian - Fear Free certified practice
Doc-Side Veterinary Medical Center
Baltimore, MD, US
Full Time
120000USD - 160000USD per year
Job Description
Job Description
Description
What You’ll Do as a Veterinarian:
Veterinarian Requirements:
Benefits
Compensation is negotiable based on experience and relevant credentials with an annual base salary range of $120,000 - $160,000 plus a percentage of production, with additional compensation components which may be included such as sign-on bonus and other pay incentives.
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 2-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 dental care and oral surgery, supported by intraoral radiology, experienced staff, and plenty of hands-on training
- 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
Veterinarian 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 ProSal, with total compensation exceeding $160,000+ per year
- Sign-on bonus available for experienced candidates
- Ownership interest? $250,000 equity available with no cash required!
- 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 $2,500 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 $120,000 - $160,000 plus a percentage of production, with additional compensation components which may be included such as sign-on bonus and other pay incentives.
