Managing Veterinarian - MA - Cambridge

Small Door Veterinary•Boston, MA

14h•$195,000 - $215,000

About The Position

Small Door is a membership-based veterinary care organization offering primary and urgent care, 24/7 telemedicine, transparent pricing, and modern, thoughtfully designed clinic spaces. The Managing Veterinarian will provide veterinary care and lead the doctors at the Cambridge, Massachusetts practice. This role shapes the organization’s developing care model following Small Door’s 2026 merger with Bond Vet and advances its mission to transform veterinary care. The Managing Veterinarian diagnoses and treats pets, advises clients, and serves as the clinical point of contact for escalated medical concerns. The role manages, mentors, and develops a team of 1–5 doctors; partners with medical, talent, operations, nursing, and practice leadership; and supports clinical quality, team development, member experience, and practice performance. The position also oversees controlled substances, practice orders, and compliance with medical protocols and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent.
Active state and DEA licenses.
At least 5 years of experience in the field.
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication ability.
Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the 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.

Nice To Haves

A positive, ‘glass half full’ attitude and a sense of humor.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat pets with illnesses and injuries, and counsel clients on pet care.
Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 1–5 doctors, supporting engagement and professional 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 development.
Partner with the Practice Manager to foster collaboration between the Member Experience and Medical teams.
Collaborate with Nursing Leadership to support 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.
12–20% performance bonus potential, with total compensation stated as potentially exceeding $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.
License renewal and liability insurance fees covered.
AtDove membership dues covered.
VIN and Plumbs Pro subscriptions covered.
Discounted veterinary care for employees’ pets.
Opportunity to make an impact on people around you.
Collaborative team that supports employees.