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Ameri Vet
Peterborough, New Hampshire

Veterinary Medical Director

Veterinary MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$150k-$170k

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Job Description

About Our Clinic

Animal Care Clinic Monadnock is a well-established small animal hospital serving the Monadnock Region of New Hampshire with compassionate, high-quality veterinary care.

Our team is committed to building strong client relationships, practicing excellent medicine, and creating a supportive environment where veterinarians and support staff can thrive.

With a skilled support team and an experienced Practice Manager, this is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian ready to lead clinically while continuing to practice medicine.

Check Us Out

animalcareclinicmonadnock.com

  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice Type: General Practice
  • Average Daily Patient Volume: 13+ patients/day
  • Support Staff Ratio: 2:1
  • Case Mix: Wellness care, preventative medicine, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, diagnostics

Technology & Equipment: Digital Radiology, In-house Ultrasound, Dental Radiology, Soft Tissue Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Cold Laser Therapy

Team Culture

Our team is committed to building strong client relationships, practicing excellent medicine, and creating a supportive environment where veterinarians and support staff thrive together.

Your Role as Medical Director

As Medical Director, you'll serve as the clinical leader of the hospital while continuing to practice medicine. You'll spend the majority of your time seeing patients while partnering with the Practice Manager to guide medical excellence, support your fellow veterinarians, and help shape the future of the practice.

You'll Have the Opportunity To

  • Lead by example through exceptional patient care and high-quality medicine
  • Establish and uphold medical standards and best practices
  • Mentor and develop associate veterinarians through coaching and case collaboration
  • Foster a positive, collaborative hospital culture where every team member feels supported
  • Partner with the Practice Manager on hospital operations, workflow, scheduling, and strategic initiatives
  • Help recruit and onboard future veterinarians to grow the team
  • Support continuous improvement in medical quality, client experience, and hospital performance
  • Serve as the hospital's Responsible Veterinarian and maintain regulatory compliance
  • This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys leadership but still wants to spend the majority of their day practicing medicine.
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $150,000-$170,000 base salary + production bonus
  • Up to $50,000 Signing Bonus
  • Medical Director stipend
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program with annual bonus opportunity
  • No negative accrual
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support
  • Generous CE allowance plus paid licenses and professional dues
  • Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
  • Relocation assistance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Referral bonus program
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and mental health benefits
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Why Veterinarians Choose AmeriVet

Medical Autonomy

Practice high-quality medicine with the support of experienced leadership and proven medical systems.

Lead While You Practice

Remain an active clinician while making a lasting impact on your team, patients, and hospital.

Strong Support

Work alongside experienced technicians, dedicated client service representatives, and an engaged Practice Manager.

Career Growth

  • Receive ongoing leadership development, mentorship, and opportunities to continue advancing your career.
  • Who We're Looking For

We're Seeking a Veterinarian Who Is

  • Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
  • Excited to mentor and develop fellow veterinarians
  • A collaborative leader who builds positive team culture
  • Committed to continuous learning and medical excellence
  • Interested in helping grow both the hospital and the people around them

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree
  • Active veterinary license (or ability to obtain one in New Hampshire)
  • DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
  • Minimum 3-5 years of small animal clinical experience
  • Previous leadership or mentorship experience preferred
  • Strong communication, client education, and relationship-building skills

About the Area

Peterborough, New Hampshire, sits in the heart of the beautiful Monadnock Region and is known for its charming downtown, vibrant arts community, and strong sense of local pride.

Surrounded by scenic mountains, lakes, and hiking trails, the area offers year-round outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing, kayaking, and exploring nearby Mount Monadnock.

With convenient access to Concord, Manchester, and Boston, Peterborough offers the perfect balance of small-town New England charm and access to larger city amenities.

Let's Talk About Your Next Opportunity

  • Apply online or skip the paperwork and reach out directly.
  • Macy Walker at Macy.Walker@amerivet.com

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director will serve as the clinical leader of the hospital, overseeing medical standards, team mentorship, and operational excellence while maintaining a patient caseload. They will partner with the Practice Manager to drive strategic initiatives, foster a positive culture, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipDiagnostic imagingTeam managementClient communicationStrategic planningStaff development

Veterinary Medicine — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $154k in an average-cost state. 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$160k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$11k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 95 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Peterborough

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$466k≈ 3.1× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,515/mo≈ 12% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Manchester-Nashua, NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Ameri Vet

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Production Bonus
Up to $50,000 Signing Bonus
Medical Director Stipend
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No Negative Accrual
Generous CE Allowance
Paid Licenses and Professional Dues
Flexible Scheduling