Staff Veterinarian - DC - 14th Street

The role

The Staff Veterinarian will deliver medicine via Small Door's framework and medical protocols. You will diagnose and treat pets with illnesses and injuries and perform general practice surgeries and dentistries.

What you will do

• 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

Required qualifications

• 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
• 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 have

• rotating internship a plus

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

About the company

Small Door is membership-based veterinary care designed with human standards. In July 2026, Small Door and Bond Vet merged to build a more connected, accessible, and compassionate veterinary care experience.