Associate Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$125K - $140K
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job Description
Paradise Animal Hospital – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together
Catonsville, Maryland
Associate Veterinarian
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At Paradise Animal Hospital, we take pride in our welcoming, family-like
atmosphere and strong emphasis on communication and collaboration. Our team is
supportive, fun, and committed to continuous learning no matter your role, we
foster a culture of teaching and professional growth. We’re not your typical
hospital, our rehabilitation department features an indoor pool with an
underwater treadmill, and we have the capacity to board up to 40 dogs and 10
cats. We’ve recently added an adoption initiative, housing a couple of rescue
cats on our third floor to help match them with loving homes through our amazing
clients. Our associate veterinarians enjoy a consistent schedule of four
weekdays and two Saturdays per month, offering a built-in weekday off to take
care of personal errands or simply recharge.
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Why You’ll Love Working Here
* Supportive, Family-Like Culture: We prioritize open communication, teamwork,
and a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued.
* Commitment to Growth: Whether you're a seasoned vet or just starting out, our
teaching-focused atmosphere ensures continual learning and mentorship.
* Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent schedule of four weekdays and two
Saturdays per month—giving you a weekday off to take care of life outside the
clinic.
* Unique Services & Facilities: From our indoor pool with underwater treadmill
to our in-hospital pet adoption program, we offer more than just general
practice.
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Life in Catonsville, MD
Catonsville, MD is a fantastic place to live and work, offering the perfect
balance of charm, convenience, and opportunity. Just 6 miles from Baltimore and
30 miles from Washington, D. C., you’ll have easy access to vibrant city life
while enjoying the peaceful, community-focused atmosphere of our town. Whether
you prefer the energy of an urban setting or the tranquility of rural living,
Catonsville offers the best of both worlds right nearby. Downtown Catonsville
itself is full of charm, with local shops, cafes, and events that create a true
small-town feel with big-city access.
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Paradise Animal Hospital is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners
(CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and
culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between
pets and people—starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our
doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.
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Paradise Animal Hospital + CVP Difference
* Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career
aspirations.
* Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 148+ hospitals in 18
states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
* Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform
for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
* Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within
a supportive team.
* Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership
development, and career advancement programs.
And through CVP’s shared values — Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each
Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand — we create an environment
where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path
you choose.
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Other Benefits of our Community
* Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available.
* No Negative Accrual EVER.
* Generous PTO + Paid Parental Leave – Because burnout is out and balance is
in.
* Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE – Learn, grow, and level up
without burning your vacation days.
* We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
* 401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities – Real wealth-building, not just a
paycheck.
* Pet care discounts so your own pets get the royal treatment they deserve.
* Team Recognition Programs – From shout-outs to bonus rewards, we love giving
credit where it’s due. (We see you, tech and support staff)
Our doctors enjoy a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation
and no negative accrual, meaning you will never owe money back if production
fluctuates. This structure rewards growth, efficiency, and strong medicine —
offering true unlimited earning potential.
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Sound like your kind of place?
Let’s talk. You’ll do medicine that matters, with people you’ll actually want
to hang out with, in a place that supports your growth. Whether it’s this
practice or one of the other 150+ clinics in our community, I’d love to hear
about what’s most important to you in your next role and see if we have a great
fit!
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or
employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy,
gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability,
genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law.
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Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality veterinary medical care and perform clinical duties within a collaborative hospital environment. Engage in continuous learning and mentorship while maintaining strong communication with pet owners and the veterinary team.
Requirements
Candidates must be licensed veterinarians capable of practicing medicine with clinical autonomy. The role is open to both seasoned professionals and those just starting their careers.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In Maryland, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$168k (14 salary observations; 55 listings), vs ~$142k nationally (313 salary observations; 2,301 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 85% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$133k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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