Description

More about the Role

At Companion Care Veterinary Hospital, veterinary medicine is more than a service-it's a relationship. We are a trusted, community-rooted hospital in Mechanicsville, MD, where clients know your name, value your care, and truly follow through. This is a place where you can slow down enough to do medicine well, while still seeing a wide, engaging caseload.

Just an hour from Washington, D.C., our location offers the best of both worlds: peaceful Southern Maryland living with the energy and diversity of nearby military and growing suburban communities.

Why this hospital stands out

Our freestanding, fully equipped hospital allows you to practice high-quality medicine without compromise. From preventive care to surgery and urgent cases, you'll have the tools and team to support you every step of the way, including:

• Digital full-body and dental radiography
• In-house Idexx diagnostics
• Ultrasound
• Surgical and therapeutic lasers
• Dedicated surgery suite and grooming area

We are also a certified feline-friendly practice, committed to low-stress, thoughtful patient care.

A team that truly works together

What makes this place special isn't just the equipment-it's the people.

Our highly skilled technician team (many working toward advanced credentials) is deeply utilized, collaborative, and invested in patient care. With weekly team meetings and regular team-building, communication stays strong and the culture stays supportive-not siloed.

What we offer

• Consistent 4-day work week
• Same scheduled day off each week
• No weekend shifts
• Strong mentorship and new grad support
• Modern, well-equipped facility
• Loyal, long-term clients who value quality care
• Deep community involvement and trust

Who we're looking for

We're seeking a veterinarian who:

• Enjoys relationship-based medicine
• Values teamwork and communication
• Wants to be part of a stable, supportive environment
• Is excited to grow-new grads and experienced doctors welcome

At Companion Care, you won't just practice medicine-you'll be part of a team, a community, and a place where your work truly matters

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients' medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

Please feel free to reach out directly to ghagerman@heartlandvetpartners.com or text me at 502.994.4793 for more information.