Medical Director (DVM) - East Bend Animal Hospital (Bend, OR)

East Bend Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to join our team in beautiful Bend, Oregon. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about practicing high-quality medicine while providing clinical leadership that supports exceptional patient care, efficient hospital operations, and a positive client experience.

About the role

As Medical Director, you will partner with hospital leadership to guide medical standards, support team development, address client concerns, and foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Practice highlights

• Small animal general practice
• Fear Free Certified
• AAHA-guided standards and protocols
• Urgent care and emergency cases during regular business hours
• In-home euthanasia services
• Collaborative and supportive team culture

Caseload & services

• Spays and neuters
• Mass removals
• Eyelid surgeries
• Foreign body surgeries
• Cystotomies
• Amputations
• Femoral head ostectomies (FHOs)

Facility & equipment

• 6 exam rooms in a clean, organized 3,000 sq. ft. hospital
• Double dental suite with digital dental radiography
• Fully equipped surgical suite with cautery
• In-house laboratory
• Navi ultrasound
• Digital radiography
• Digatherm
• Cold laser therapy
• Alternative medicine options including nutrition, supplements, herbs, and CBD

Support team

• 4 Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs)
• Skilled veterinary assistants
• Strong doctor-to-technician support ratio
• Two clinic cats

Compensation & benefits

• Base salary: $150,000–$190,000, depending on experience and schedule
• Production bonus
• Medical Director stipend
• Additional bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical insurance options
• 401(k) with employer matching
• PTO and paid holidays
• CE allowance plus paid CE days
• Professional development support

Qualifications

Required

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)
• Successful completion of the NAVLE
• Active Oregon veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date

Preferred

• Experience utilizing digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house diagnostics
• Experience in small animal general practice, urgent care, emergency medicine, or companion animal medicine
• Leadership experience or interest in veterinary leadership
• Strong communication and team-building skills

Location

Bend offers an unmatched quality of life with easy access to world-class outdoor recreation, including hiking, mountain biking, skiing, paddleboarding, fly fishing, and climbing at nearby Smith Rock State Park. Enjoy the perfect balance of career growth and adventure in one of Oregon's most sought-after communities.