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Veterinary Medical Director

J895290 Keene New Hampshire USD150K - USD180K / Year

Veterinary Medical Director opportunity in Keene, NH, offering up to $180,000, plus up to $50,000 Signing Bonus.

The Hospital
This long-established, community-focused small animal practice is known for building trusted client relationships and delivering comprehensive care in a supportive, collaborative setting. The hospital provides a broad caseload across wellness, dentistry, internal medicine, and surgery, supported by a skilled team and experienced practice management.

Clinical resources include in-house laboratory testing, urinalysis, microscopy, digital radiography, ultrasound, dental radiography, blood pressure monitoring, and pulse oximetry. Surgical capabilities span soft tissue and orthopedic procedures, and the team offers laser therapy. Client convenience and clinician workflow are supported by an online pharmacy and a modern client app for communication and scheduling. The hospital operates with published daytime hours, and after-hours emergencies are referred locally to 24-7 centers to support work-life balance.

Location
Keene, NH combines small-city charm with a lively college-town energy. A walkable downtown, active arts scene, and quick access to outdoor recreation make it an appealing base for professionals and families alike.
- Vibrant Main Street with restaurants, cafes, and a restored performing arts venue offering year-round shows and film.
- Keene State College anchors the community with cultural programming and a steady pipeline of local talent.
- Outstanding outdoor access, including Mount Monadnock, Monadnock State Park, Pisgah State Park, and riverside trails minutes from downtown.
- Interconnected rail trails and the Ashuelot River Park for biking, running, and lunchtime walks.
- Local food and craft-beverage scene, including a long-running farmers market and independent breweries.
- Strong healthcare access through the local medical center and specialty services in town.
- Reasonable regional connectivity to Boston and Manchester-Boston Regional Airport for travel and weekend getaways.
- Diverse local employer base in education, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing.

Benefits
- Up to $50,000 Signing Bonus
- Production bonus with no negative accrual
- Medical Director stipend
- DVM long-term incentive cash program with annual bonus opportunity
- Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
- Generous CE allowance, plus paid state and DEA licenses and professional dues
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and mental health benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Relocation assistance
- Referral bonus program
- Student loan assistance
- Professional liability coverage and an employee assistance program

The Role
- Serves as the clinical leader while actively practicing medicine the majority of the time.
- Establishes and maintains medical standards, protocols, and quality assurance.
- Mentors and supports associate veterinarians through case collaboration and coaching.
- Partners with practice management on workflow, scheduling, client service, and strategic initiatives.
- Guides recruitment and onboarding of future veterinarians.
- Fosters a positive, inclusive, team-first culture focused on high-quality care.
- Acts as the hospital’s Responsible Veterinarian and ensures regulatory compliance.
- Typical caseload includes wellness and preventive care, dentistry with dental imaging, diagnostics, soft tissue surgery, and select orthopedic procedures.

Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree (or equivalent)
- Eligible for licensure in New Hampshire
- Eligible for DEA registration
- 3-5 years of small animal clinical experience preferred
- Prior leadership or mentorship experience preferred
- Strong communication and client education skills
- Authorization to work in the United States

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Sign on bonus, Production % bonus