Veterinarian, Medical Director
About The Position
Canobie Lake Veterinary Hospital in Windham, New Hampshire, is hiring a full-time Medical Director for its AAHA-accredited small animal and exotics general practice. The role combines clinical veterinary care with leadership and mentorship. Three days per week are devoted to appointments, surgery, dentals, diagnostics, and treatment planning; one day is reserved for mentoring newer veterinarians and leading weekly two-hour hospital rounds. The Medical Director collaborates with the Customer Experience, Technician, and Veterinary Assistant teams. The position is scheduled for four 10-hour days, either Tuesday–Friday or Monday–Thursday, with no weekends and a three-day weekend. The hospital closes two hours per week for rounds and training. A personal assistant checks patients in and out and monitors task lists, and the hospital emphasizes staying on schedule so the veterinarian can leave on time. Canobie Lake Veterinary Hospital is a 20-year AAHA-accredited practice and the 2024 AAHA Practice of the Year. It follows Conscious Care®, a culture-centered approach focused on compassion for the team, clients, patients, and community. The hospital is partnered with Alliance Animal Health and maintains local leadership. Compensation includes a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance; the position also offers benefits, continuing education support, specialist support, and potential future ownership opportunities.
Requirements
- DVM or VMD from an accredited institution.
- New Hampshire veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one.
- At least 7 years of clinical experience.
- Strong diagnostic skills and confidence in veterinary medicine.
- Comfort with emergency medicine.
- Strong client communication skills.
- Mentoring ability and interest in teaching.
- Operational understanding of how high-touch veterinary practices run.
Nice To Haves
- Avian or exotic animal experience; an open mind to these cases is also welcome.
- DEA license and USDA accreditation; preferred but not required.
- Surgical experience; surgery is welcome but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide appointments, examinations, diagnostics, and treatment plans.
- Perform surgery and dental procedures.
- Mentor newer veterinarians.
- Lead weekly two-hour hospital rounds and training.
- Collaborate with the Customer Experience, Technician, and Veterinary Assistant teams.
- Help foster a collaborative, high-performing hospital team.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Student loan repayment program
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and liability benefits
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Pet discounts
- Paid continuing education
- Professional dues
- Future ownership opportunities
- Advanced equipment, including digital radiography, dental radiography, laser, ultrasound, and a full in-house laboratory
- Specialist support from a boarded surgeon, cardiologist, and two traveling internists
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
