Veterinarian - General Practice

Associate Veterinarian Opportunity

Frederick Road Veterinary Hospital – Catonsville, MD

4-Day Work Week | No Weekends | No On-Call | No Major Holidays | No After-Hours ER

Fear Free Certified

Frederick Road Veterinary Hospital is a thriving, high-volume small animal practice seeking an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) who is committed to delivering exceptional patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative hospital culture. This is an opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive environment that prioritizes both clinical excellence and work-life balance.

About Us

At Frederick Road Veterinary Hospital, we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while building lasting relationships with the families we serve.

Since opening in 2011, we have grown alongside our loyal client base while staying true to our core values of sincerity, integrity, and clear communication. We emphasize comprehensive preventative and maintenance care, while continuing to manage a variety of complex cases that keep our medicine engaging and rewarding. Our team is composed of driven, empathetic professionals who believe excellent medicine and a sustainable quality of life can—and should—coexist.

About Our Hospital:

We operate a fully equipped, modern hospital featuring:

• Full in-house laboratory plus reference and specialty lab submissions (e.g., Cornell, Michigan State)
• Digital radiography with radiology consultation access
• Digital dental radiology
• New as of 2025 Piloter Mobile Ultrasound System
• Certified ultrasonographer available weekly and for urgent cases
• Therapeutic laser
• Dedicated dental suite with high-speed drill
• Dedicated surgical suite
• Two Registered Veterinary Technicians, with additional team members enrolled in technician programs
• Tenured associates and strong support staff
• Updated lobby and exam rooms as of 2026

Work-Life Balance Is a Priority

We believe great medicine starts with well-supported doctors.

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• No appointments scheduled daily from 12:00–1:00 PM for lunch and administrative catch-up
• 4-day work week (or less)
• No nights, weekends, or on-call
• No major holidays
• No after-hours emergencies

Doctors divide their time between appointments and soft tissue/dental surgery based on comfort level and interest.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $110,000-$130,000, dependent on experience
• Production-based bonuses 
• Sign-on and retention bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid licensing fees and professional dues
• Mentorship and in-house training
• Career growth opportunities

About Catonsville, MD

Located in the heart of downtown Catonsville, our hospital is surrounded by delicious local restaurants and small businesses, with easy access to outdoor recreation at Patapsco Valley State Park. We’re just 15 minutes from Baltimore, home to Oriole Park at Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium, and only 12 minutes from Baltimore/Washington International Airport for convenient travel.

This location offers the perfect balance of community charm and city accessibility.

If you’re looking to join a supportive, growth-minded team that values both exceptional medicine and quality of life, we’d love to connect.