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Veterinary Medical Director

J929221 Medford Oregon USD150K - USD160K / Year

Lead a thriving small-animal practice as Medical Director in Medford, OR, with earnings up to $160,000. Up to $50k sign on bonus available.

The Hospital
This established, community-focused hospital is relaunching with a renewed emphasis on collaborative, team-based medicine and empowering technicians to work at the top of their skills. The caseload is varied and engaging, including wellness and preventive care, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, urgent care, and exotic and pocket pet cases. A strong support structure of experienced technicians and client service professionals, along with clear after-hours referral pathways, helps clinicians focus on excellent daytime care. On-site capabilities include general diagnostics, radiography, ultrasound, dental imaging, an in-clinic pharmacy, and therapeutic offerings such as laser therapy. The culture prioritizes medical autonomy, mentorship, and continuous improvement, with the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to workflow design and hospital growth.

Location
Medford, OR is the commercial and cultural hub of Southern Oregon, offering a balanced lifestyle with easy access to the outdoors, vibrant community events, and convenient travel.
- Rogue Valley International–Medford Airport (MFR) provides quick access to multiple West Coast and western hubs.
- Minutes to wineries in the Applegate and Rogue Valley AVAs, plus hiking, biking, and rafting on the Rogue River.
- About 20 minutes to Ashland and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival; roughly 90 minutes to Crater Lake National Park.
- Active downtown with festivals, public art, and food and farm trails; Bear Creek Park and Pear Blossom Park anchor local green space.
- Diverse local economy with major employers such as Lithia Motors, Harry & David, and regional health systems.
- Education partners include Rogue Community College and Southern Oregon Universitys Medford center.
- Local bus services via Rogue Valley Transportation District support easy commuting.
- Warm, dry summers and mild winters suit an active, year-round outdoor lifestyle.

Benefits
- Up to $50k sign on bonus
- Monthly Medical Director stipend
- Long-term incentive cash program tied to production
- Production bonuses with no negative accrual
- Transparent production metrics and operational support
- Generous continuing education allowance
- Paid state and federal licenses and professional dues
- Scrub allowance
- Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
- Mentorship and leadership development
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Mental health resources
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Student loan assistance
- Referral bonus program

The Role
- Lead clinical standards and oversee medical quality, protocols, and case review while maintaining a primary doctor caseload.
- Mentor veterinarians and credentialed technicians; champion team medicine and efficient use of technician skills.
- Perform general practice duties across wellness, dentistry, soft-tissue surgery, and urgent care; exotics as desired.
- Partner with the practice manager on operations, scheduling, inventory, and client service initiatives.
- Foster a positive, inclusive culture focused on patient care, client communication, and continuous improvement.
- Daytime-focused schedule with after-hours emergencies referred to a local specialty partner.

Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
- License to practice in Oregon (or ability to obtain prior to start)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Excellent communication and client-education skills
- DEA license (or ability to obtain)
- Prior leadership experience preferred; strong interest in mentoring and practice development encouraged
- Confidence in general surgery and dentistry preferred; interest in exotics a plus

Ready to Apply
If this opportunity aligns with your goals, click apply and a member of the team will be in touch shortly.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Sign on bonus, Production % bonus