Staff Veterinarian - DC - 14th Street

Small Door Veterinary•Washington, DC
•Onsite

About The Position

Small Door is a membership-based veterinary care provider that aims to offer a superior experience for pets, pet parents, and veterinarians through its membership model. They provide exceptional care, 24/7 telemedicine, transparent pricing, and modern hospitality in modern, stress-free environments. Founded in 2019, Small Door merged with Bond Vet in July 2026 to create a more comprehensive veterinary care network, spanning over 55 clinics and serving over half a million pets. This role is crucial in advancing the combined organization's mission to transform veterinary care. Small Door emphasizes a supportive and collaborative environment for its doctors, offering high standards of medicine, extended appointment times (30-60 minutes), dedicated administrative time, a favorable doctor-to-support staff ratio, and skilled veterinary nurses. The company is committed to being a sustainable workplace.

Requirements

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent with an active license
  • 1+ years of experience in the field
  • Professional approach, excellent interpersonal skills, strong communicator, and a positive, can-do attitude
  • Committed to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the code of ethics
  • Thrives in team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

  • Rotating internship a plus

Responsibilities

  • Deliver superior client experience and best-in-class medicine via Small Door's framework and medical protocols
  • Diagnose and treat pets with illnesses and injuries
  • Keep detailed digital records and diligent client communication
  • Perform general practice surgeries and dentistries
  • Administer core vaccinations and counsel clients in well pet care

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 12% Performance bonus potential
  • Opportunity for equity ownership
  • Health, dental + vision insurance
  • 401K (plus company match)
  • We never ask doctors to sign non-competes
  • Upward mobility and growth opportunities
  • 4 weeks of paid-time off
  • 12 weeks of parental leave (100% paid)
  • 4 company holidays
  • One Medical membership
  • Commuter benefits
  • Carrot Fertility benefits
  • Monthly Health & Wellness stipend
  • Costs covered for license renewal and liability insurance fees, along with dues covered for AtDove membership and subscriptions for VIN and Plumbs Pro
  • Discounted veterinary care for your loved ones
  • An opportunity to make a real impact on the people around you
  • A collaborative team of people who live our core values and have your back

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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