Managing Veterinarian - MA - Burlington - New Clinic Opening

Small Door Veterinary•Burlington, MA

9d•$195,000 - $215,000

About The Position

Small Door is hiring a Managing Veterinarian for its new clinic in Burlington, Massachusetts. Small Door is a membership-based veterinary care organization offering primary and urgent care, 24/7 telemedicine, transparent pricing, and modern, thoughtfully designed clinics. Following its July 2026 merger with Bond Vet, the combined organization expects to operate more than 55 clinics across Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest markets and serve over half a million pets. The Managing Veterinarian will help advance the organization’s mission and shape its next chapter. The role combines veterinary practice with leadership of a team of 1–5 doctors. The Managing Veterinarian oversees clinical quality, doctor performance and development, staffing and service accessibility, client experience, compliance, and practice financial performance. The position works closely with the Regional Medical Director, Talent team, Operations, Nursing Leadership, and the Practice Manager.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent.
Active state veterinary license and DEA license.
At least 5 years of experience in the field.
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication.
Commitment to the highest standard of medicine and adherence to the veterinary code of ethics.
Experience managing a team and interest in mentoring veterinarians.
Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to inspire a team, drive performance, and lead change with vision and resilience.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat pets with illnesses and injuries, and counsel clients on pet care.
Directly manage, mentor, and develop a team of 1–5 doctors, supporting their engagement and growth.
Partner with the Regional Medical Director and Talent team to recruit, onboard, and retain veterinary talent.
Collaborate with Operations on doctor scheduling to ensure clinical coverage.
Uphold Small Door’s culture and values with the practice team and members.
Serve as the clinical point of contact for escalated medical questions or concerns.
Ensure service accessibility, including surgery slots and doctor coverage, aligns with member needs.
Uphold hospitality standards in client interactions.
Oversee doctors’ clinical skills and individual performance metrics, including client satisfaction, teamwork, medical quality, record keeping, and production; hold regular check-ins to understand challenges and support professional development.
Partner with the Practice Manager to support collaboration between the Member Experience and Medical teams.
Collaborate with Nursing Leadership to foster open communication, continuous learning, improvement, and excellence.
Monitor practice financial performance and work with leadership to achieve budget targets and revenue goals.
Manage controlled substances, review orders for drugs and supplies, and ensure DEA standards are met.
Ensure compliance with medical protocols for surgery, dental care, and diagnostics, as well as regulatory requirements including DEA and OSHA.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $195,000–$215,000.
Potential performance bonus of 12–20%, with total compensation up to $230,000+ based on performance.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
No non-compete agreements for doctors.
Upward mobility and growth opportunities.
Four weeks of paid time off.
12 weeks of parental leave at 100% pay.
Four company holidays.
Commuter benefits.
Monthly health and wellness stipend.
Costs covered for license renewal and liability insurance fees.
AtDove membership dues and VIN and Plumbs Pro subscriptions covered.
Discounted veterinary care for employees’ pets.
Opportunity to make a real impact.
Collaborative team that supports its members.