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Bond Vet
Bethesda, Maryland

Veterinarian - Bethesda, MD

Veterinarian 8.0 Work-LifeNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$145K - $180K

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Bond Vet is on a mission to strengthen the human-animal bond through better pet care. We offer primary and urgent care, so we’re there for pets when they need us most. Our clinics are designed with pets and people in mind: warm, friendly, and highly sniffable.

We balance this design with a strong focus on technology, all built in-house, which means we can easily innovate our systems to improve the veterinary team, pet, and client experience. W e know you’re busy, so let’s cut to the chase.

We’re veterinary-led at every level and sustainability is our priority — we take care of our vets so you can take care of the pets you see everyday. You’ll have supportive staff both in the clinic and remotely to assist you with callbacks, scribing, and patient care.

You’ll have access to the best technology, a warm and welcoming clinic environment, and did we mention snacks? Above all, you’ll be provided with the autonomy to practice your medicine how you see fit and be supported mentally, physically and financially.

Mentorship & Growth: Personalized training and mentorship plans for vets post-internship, or at any stage in their career. All of our vets go through dental, ultrasound and urgent care CE within their first year. Struggling with difficult client conversations?

We can help you build the tools and confidence you need, medically and professionally. Board-certified specialists whom you can reach out to for expertise on any case. Opportunities for growth into leadership positions, commensurate with experience. And that’s just a few of them. Positive Culture: Support near and far.

We have a highly-skilled remote team of nurses to lend support with client needs, triaging cases, and assisting with day-to-day tasks when things get busy in the clinic. Direct communication with leadership and influence over policies. If you’re thoughtful, we’re listening — let’s build a better vet clinic together.

We have your back - we don’t tolerate poor behavior from clients. We Offer Competitive Pay Flexible employment models so that you can find the option that works best for you.

No overnights - and no hospitalizations overnights CE Stipend & Additional Time Off for CE to keep your mind and skills sharp 401(k) with partial employer match Generous paid time off Parental leave Discounts on in-clinic services for pets Commuter

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision plan options Access to mental health support via EAP, Talkspace, & Ginger through medical plan provider and MyStrength HSA plan option with employer contribution Figs scrubs & stocked pantries to keep you comfortable and full all day long!

You Have: Veterinary Medical Degree (DVM/VMD or foreign equivalent) State licensure that is in good standing OR eligibility for such licensure; To include all states for clinics worked. A passion for Bond Vet’s mission to provide a superior vet experience for both patients and employees.

The ability to multi-task with a high degree of integrity and accountability. A collaborative mindset.

Pay Range

$145,000-$180,000 annually for full time. Exact salary will dependent on the position, full-time or part-time, location, and experience level. Currently working e lsewhere? We get it - the vet world is small. We’re committed to a confidential and positive experience. Just looking to chat?

Let’s grab a coffee or hop on the phone. Email our Team at recruiting@bondvet.com. At Bond Vet, we’re proud to be vet founded and vet led. We are on a mission to enhance the human-animal bond through innovative urgent and primary care combined with seasoned expertise, friendliness, and compassion.

Our clinics combine modern design, seamless technology, and a collaborative culture. We believe veterinary professionals deserve a career they love, not just a job. Our unique offerings include work-life flexibility, competitive pay and the chance to shape your own path.

With industry-leading NPS scores, our approach resonates.

Join us for a rewarding career where we work happy, feel empowered and are obsessed with pets. bondvet.com By submitting an application, you agree to receive SMS messages from Bond Vet regarding your application and interview process, including, but not limited to, your interviews, scheduling, offers, reference checks, background checks, and general communication throughout the process.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality primary and urgent veterinary care to pets in a clinic setting. Collaborate with a supportive team to ensure excellent patient outcomes and client experiences.

Requirements

Must hold a Veterinary Medical Degree (DVM/VMD or foreign equivalent) and possess or be eligible for state licensure. Requires a collaborative mindset and the ability to manage multiple tasks with integrity.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineDentistryTriageClinical documentationClient communicationCollaborationMulti-tasking

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$163k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $155k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Bond Vet holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 80/100, 20 active listings.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Maryland?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 25% in veterinary medicineranked against 3,095 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$145k–$180kVeterinary Medicine median $133k (middle half $120k–$145k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$155k in purchasing powerMaryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Maryland53 active3,109 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 73% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMaryland healthcare professional listings: 47% state a sign-on bonus · 8% offer loan repayment103 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,000 in the last 30 days509 the 30 days before (+96%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Bond Vetsilver tier, 80/100Top Employers work-life index20 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,095 Veterinary Medicine listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Bethesda, MD at Bond Vet a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,095 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

11 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

6 jobs
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$125k
1
$155k
3
$165k-185k
1
$200k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

11 jobs · 7 employers
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Higher = better work-life balance

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Dvm Launch · Lincoln Hills, California

$140k-$200k
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Pure Paws Veterinary Care · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
#4

Urgent Care Veterinarian

$140k-$175k
+ 9 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 8.0
Better work-life than 80% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,095 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Bond Vet

Veterinary Services
New York, New York
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible employment models
No overnights
CE Stipend & Additional Time Off for CE
401(k) with partial employer match
Generous paid time off
Parental leave
Discounts on in-clinic services for pets
Commuter Benefits

Living in Bethesda

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.02M≈ 7.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,971/mo≈ 25% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.