Veterinary Medical Director

Lead clinical excellence as Veterinary Medical Director in Keene, NH, with compensation up to $180,000. Guide a respected small-animal hospital while enjoying a balanced schedule and the support needed to do your best work.The HospitalA well-established, community-trusted small animal general practice in Keene, this hospital delivers high-quality medicine in a collaborative, team-focused environment. Veterinarians are supported by experienced technicians and client service professionals, enabling efficient, compassionate care and strong client relationships. The facility offers:- Broad general practice services including wellness, preventive care, dentistry, and soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery- In-house diagnostics: radiography, ultrasound, dental radiography, laboratory testing, microscopy, and patient monitoring equipment- Therapeutic options including laser therapy- Same-day urgent care during business hours, with predictable weekday daytime hours and no routine weekend shifts- Integrated pharmacy and client communication tools to streamline care and follow-up- A positive culture with mentorship, case collaboration, and shared medical standardsLocationKeene, NH, is a vibrant college town in the Monadnock region with a walkable downtown, a lively arts scene, and easy access to outdoor adventure. It blends small-city convenience with New England charm.- Home to Keene State College, providing a steady pipeline of interns, recent graduates, and community programming- Regional hub with stable employers in health care, education, distribution, and manufacturing- Lively downtown centered on Central Square, with independent shops, cafes, restaurants, and a long-running farmers market- Strong arts and culture anchored by venues like the Colonial Theatre, year-round performances, and community festivals- Quick access to Mount Monadnock, nearby state parks, trails, paddling spots, and cross-country skiing- Local point of pride: Central Square was a filming location for the movie Jumanji- Within driving distance of larger New England centers; Manchester roughly an hour to 90 minutes, and Boston about 1.5 to 2 hours depending on routeBenefits- Up to $50,000 Signing Bonus- Medical Director stipend- Production plan with no negative accrual and transparent metrics- DVM long-term incentive cash program with annual bonus opportunity- Generous CE allowance plus paid state licensure and professional dues- Flexible scheduling supporting work-life balance- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and mental health benefits- 401(k) with company match- Relocation assistance- Paid vacation and holidays- Referral bonus programThe Role- Serve as the clinical leader while maintaining an active caseload of appointments, dentistry, and surgery- Establish and uphold medical standards, protocols, and best practices- Mentor and develop associate veterinarians through coaching, case collaboration, and feedback- Foster a supportive, team-first culture across the hospital- Partner with the Practice Manager on operations, workflow, scheduling, and strategic initiatives- Help recruit, interview, and onboard veterinarians and support team members- Drive continuous improvement in medical quality, client experience, and hospital performance- Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian and maintain regulatory compliance- Provide same-day urgent care during business hours; no routine weekendsRequirements- DVM/VMD or equivalent degree- License to practice veterinary medicine in New Hampshire (or eligibility to obtain)- DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)- 3-5 years of small animal clinical experience preferred- Prior leadership or mentorship experience advantageous- Strong communication skills with a focus on client education and team collaboration- Eligibility to work in the United StatesApplyInterested candidates are invited to click apply. One of our team will be in touch shortly.