What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Veterinarian position at Paws Up Veterinary?
Paws Up Veterinary is redefining what veterinary care should feel like—for pets, their families, and the people delivering it!
We are a modern, hospitality-driven veterinary practice that blends high-quality medicine with a personalized, elevated client experience. Our goal is simple: create an environment where veterinarians can practice exceptional medicine while feeling supported, valued, and inspired.
Just months into opening, we are already expanding our team and thoughtfully building toward location #2—and we’re looking for a veterinarian who wants to grow with us.
What You Can Expect at Paws Up
- A warm, thoughtfully designed clinic environment that prioritizes comfort for both patients and team member
- A highly engaged support team that allows you to focus on medicine, not logistics
- A schedule designed to support quality care and thoughtful decision-making, not rushed appointments
- Exposure to a wide range of cases, including preventative care, dermatology, surgery, and brachycephalic-focused medicine (BOAS)
- Direct mentorship and collaboration with leadership, including hands-on surgical exposure
- The opportunity to help shape workflows, culture, and clinical standards in a growing practice
- A collaborative culture where questions are encouraged and growth is supported
Growth & Development
- Structured mentorship tailored to your experience level
- Support for continuing education and clinical interests
- Clear opportunities for career growth as the practice expands
- The ability to be part of building something from the ground up
What We Offer
Pay & Benefits highlights include:
- Competitive Pay Structure with performance-based bonuses and commissions including 20% on all veterinary services generated
- Access to trusted partners so you can shop for health insurance plans that fit your needs 🌱
- Ability for you to make pre-tax 401(k) contributions through our payroll system 💸
- Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick days) ☀️
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment 🤝
- A team that lives by our core values and always has your back 🫂
- Scrubs Allowance 👕
- 50% off all pet care perks (your furry friends deserve love, too!) 🐶🐱
Build With Us
Paws Up is not just a place to work—it’s a place to build. We offer veterinarians the opportunity to grow into equity ownership through clearly defined milestones, rewarding those who are committed to shaping the future of the practice alongside us.
Who You Are
- DVM/VMD (or graduating soon)
- Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Maryland
- Passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate care
- Strong communicator who values client education and connection
- Team-oriented and eager to grow within a collaborative environment
- Interested in being part of a modern, high-tech evolving veterinary practice
Why Paws Up
We are building more than a veterinary clinic—we are building a new standard for care, culture, and experience in veterinary medicine.
If you’re looking for a place where you can:
- Grow your skills
- Feel supported
- And be part of something meaningful from the beginning
—we would love to meet you!