Lead a thriving small-animal team as Veterinary Medical Director in Keene, NH, earning up to $180,000. Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus available.
The Hospital
A well-established, full-service small-animal practice with a loyal client base and strong community reputation is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to guide clinical excellence while staying hands-on in the exam room and surgery suite. The hospital offers a supportive, collaborative culture with experienced technicians, an engaged practice manager and a manageable caseload that allows time for quality medicine and client communication. On-site capabilities include general radiography, dental radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory testing, blood-pressure and pulse-oximetry monitoring, microscopy, laser therapy, and both soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery. The team values medical autonomy, mentorship, and practical, relationship-centered care, with a consistent focus on professional development and work-life balance.
Location
Keene, NH blends small-city convenience with classic New England charm and outstanding outdoor access. As the county seat and regional hub, it offers a vibrant downtown, a connected community and quick getaways to the Monadnock outdoors.
- Walkable Main Street with independent shops, cafes, breweries and live performances at the historic Colonial Theatre
- Minutes to Mount Monadnock and Monadnock State Park for hiking, snow-season trails, and year-round outdoor adventure
- College-town energy thanks to Keene State College, bringing cultural events, continuing education and a steady talent pipeline
- Strong local healthcare and education sectors supporting a stable regional economy
- Seasonal festivals, an active farmers market and community arts organizations that keep the calendar full
- Convenient travel options: local municipal airport for general aviation and an easy drive to Manchester-Boston Regional Airport for commercial flights
Benefits
- Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus
- Competitive base compensation with production incentive; no negative accrual
- Medical Director stipend
- Long-term incentive cash program with annual bonus opportunity
- Transparent production metrics and operational support
- Generous CE allowance, CE time, and coverage of professional licenses and dues
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k) with company match
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and mental health benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Professional liability coverage
- Employee assistance resources and wellness support
- Pet care discounts
The Role
- Serve as the clinical leader while spending the majority of the week seeing patients and performing procedures
- Set and uphold medical standards, protocols and best practices
- Mentor and develop veterinarians through case collaboration and coaching
- Foster a positive, team-first culture where every role is supported and valued
- Partner with the practice manager on workflow, scheduling, operations and strategic initiatives
- Participate in recruiting and onboarding veterinarians as the team grows
- Drive continuous improvement in patient care, client experience and hospital performance
- Act as the Responsible Veterinarian and maintain regulatory compliance
Requirements
- DVM/VMD (or equivalent) and eligibility to practice veterinary medicine in New Hampshire
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
- 3+ years of small-animal clinical experience preferred
- Prior leadership and/or mentorship experience strongly preferred
- Excellent communication, client education and relationship-building skills
- Commitment to collaborative, high-quality, ethics-driven medicine
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