Veterinary Medical Director

Dogs and Cats Emergency and Specialty (DCES) is actively seeking an experienced internship trained Veterinary ER Doctor or residency trained Veterinary Specialist to join our team as the Medical Director. Located in Prince George's County, Bowie, Maryland, the facility is ideally situated within the greater Washington, DC metro area with convenient access to Northern Virginia, Baltimore and Annapolis. Qualifications and Skills Possesses a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, ideally in an Emergency/Specialty hospital and minimum of 1-2 years of leadership experience, preferred. Values integrity, exhibits superior communication, displays excellent client service and patient care. Is a collaborative leader who will match and embrace DCES’s culture. Schedule We understand that work‑life balance is critical to your well‑being. With this in consideration, we designed the schedule as follows: 4‑day work week, with a minimum of 50% of time spent on administrative duties. Note: this is a full‑time position and further details on schedule expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Compensation Competitive base salary ranging from $220,000–$250,000 and monthly production bonus, with earning potential of $275k+ annually and no negative accrual. Continuing education allowance of $3,000 annually, with an additional week of PTO to ensure you are able to focus on learning. 3 weeks of vacation annually, with additional sick time accrual. 1 additional Wellness Day Off annually. Generous signing and relocation bonus, and tiered retention bonuses over 3 years of employment. Competitive relief pay for any voluntary relief shifts outside of your normal schedule. Generous discounts on personal pets. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement fund with employer match. Short term and long‑term disability insurance. Life insurance. Free mental health resources and Employee Assistance Program. State license, DEA, AVMA or other specialty dues paid by hospital. No non‑compete! About Us At Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty, we cultivate an atmosphere of continuous learning, diversity, unity, and growth. Our culture is built on four foundational values: Compassion, Collaboration, Education, and Integrity. We strive to infuse these values into every aspect of our work, from our daily interactions with clients to the programs and initiatives we implement. We take pride in being a teaching hospital and fostering the next generation of veterinary professionals. Externs and mentees are always welcome, and we seize every opportunity to facilitate learning and collaboration within our team. What sets us apart is our unique multi‑departmental structure. We house seven specialty departments under one roof: Neurology, Oncology, Radiology, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, and ER/ICU. This structure facilitates exceptional cross‑collaboration and learning, allowing for daily morning huddles with experts from different fields to make informed, comprehensive medical decisions for our patients. Instead of having to call a specialist for advice, you can simply walk down the hallway. We have instituted an active Wellness Program and a Reward Program to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our team, offering bespoke rewards that reflect meaningful contributions. We also conduct monthly engagement activities to celebrate our diverse backgrounds, encourage personal growth, and create joyful and fun‑filled spaces. Role and Responsibilities Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty (DCES), a 24‑hour multi‑specialty and emergency hospital, is excited to invite applications for a full‑time Medical Director. Our growing team seeks a collaborative, friendly, and compassionate professional to provide medical leadership for our hospital, manage associate and lead veterinarians, and assure regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The Medical Director is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine is delivered to as many patients as possible in a way that is sustainable and efficient for our medical team. In partnership with the existing Hospital Leadership Team, the Medical Director is responsible for the financial performance of the hospital, preparing operating and capital budgets, as well as helping the hospital to achieve financial success and growth by modeling healthy business and medical practices. How to Apply Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Jennifer Harper at View email address on click.appcast.io (Specialty DVMs) and Vicki Ojeda at View email address on click.appcast.io (ER DVMs). #J-18808-Ljbffr Ethos Discovery