Associate Veterinarian – Harford County, Maryland

An established companion animal practice in Harford County, Maryland is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join its team. This opportunity is centered on comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care while giving doctors the time and support needed to build meaningful relationships with clients and their pets.

The practice places an unusually strong emphasis on client service and follow-through, including consistent patient callbacks and assistance with pet insurance claims.

What to Expect

More time with your patients.
Appointments are scheduled to allow veterinarians adequate time to provide thorough care without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.

A highly supportive team.
Skilled veterinary technicians and knowledgeable support staff work closely with the doctors, allowing veterinarians to focus on medicine and patient care.

Strong client relationships.
The practice emphasizes communication and long-term relationships with pet owners, including next-day callbacks regardless of patient outcome, consistent follow-up, and assistance submitting insurance claims for reimbursement.

Comprehensive medicine.
The hospital provides preventive and medical care along with comprehensive surgical and dental services and in-house laboratory capabilities.

Established clinical experience.
The veterinary team brings more than 60 years of combined experience and maintains a strong commitment to continuing education and current, evidence-based medicine.

Schedule

Hospital hours are:

• Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
• Sunday: Closed

Compensation & Benefits

• $120,000–$140,000 base salary
• Production compensation with no negative accrual
• $10,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid continuing education days
• Continuing education allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet care discounts
• Uniform allowance
• Professional dues and licensing fees covered
• AVMA-PLIT coverage
• Partnership opportunities

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution
• Valid Maryland veterinary license
• Ability to obtain applicable state and federal licenses to administer and prescribe controlled substances
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality veterinary medicine and exceptional client service

DVM Focus Reference ID: DF-7391

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About DVM Focus
DVM Focus provides confidential, consultative career search and placement support for veterinary professionals. Our services are free to DVM candidates. We work directly with veterinary practices and organizations nationwide to identify opportunities based on your individual priorities, goals, and career direction.

To protect the confidentiality of our client relationships, identifying practice information may be shared with qualified candidates after an initial conversation with DVM Focus.

Your career. Your priorities. Your search.
If this sounds like it could be a fit — or even close to what you’re looking for — connect with DVM Focus. We represent veterinary opportunities nationwide, and your search doesn’t have to be limited to the positions you happen to see posted. Tell us what matters to you, and we’ll help you explore the opportunities that align with it.

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Don’t see what you want here? We can search anywhere in the United States — tell us what you’re looking for.

About DVM Focus

DVM Focus provides confidential, consultative career search and placement support for veterinary professionals. Our services are free to DVM candidates. We work directly with veterinary practices and organizations nationwide to identify opportunities based on your individual priorities, goals, and career direction.

To protect the confidentiality of our client relationships, identifying practice information may be shared with qualified candidates after an initial conversation with DVM Focus.

Your career. Your priorities. Your search.

If this sounds like it could be a fit — or even close to what you’re looking for — connect with DVM Focus. We represent veterinary opportunities nationwide, and your search doesn’t have to be limited to the positions you happen to see posted. Tell us what matters to you, and we’ll help you explore the opportunities that align with it.