🐾 Lead with Heart – Medical Director Opportunity Just North of Portland in Cowlitz County🌲 WA8222

Are you a skilled veterinarian ready to take the next step into leadership? Just across the river from Portland, in a vibrant, pet-loving community, our AAHA-accredited small animal hospital is looking for a Medical Director to guide and inspire our team.

With over 45 years of service to the local area, we’re proud of our roots—but even more excited about our future. This is your chance to lead a respected team, shape the direction of a growing practice, and continue delivering the exceptional care we’re known for.


🏥 Why Join Us?

  • Trusted in the community for decades of compassionate care
  • Hands-free radiology safety and up-to-date technology
  • Collaborative, team-first culture
  • Fully AAHA-accredited and focused on continuous improvement
  • A strong foundation, with space to innovate and grow

🩺 What You’ll Do as a Leader

As our Medical Director, you’ll:

  • Provide mentorship, medical oversight, and team support
  • Help shape and uphold clinical standards and protocols
  • Lead by example with empathy, medical excellence, and professionalism
  • Partner with hospital leadership to align goals, growth, and culture
  • Foster a learning-focused, supportive environment for the entire team

This is a hands-on leadership role—ideal for someone who wants to guide, teach, and still practice excellent medicine.


🐶 Our Caseload

We care for companion animals—primarily dogs and cats—and offer:

  • Preventive and wellness care
  • Internal medicine
  • General surgery and dental procedures
  • End-of-life care and client counseling

📅 Work-Life Balance

We value your time outside the hospital, too:

  • Full-time schedule
  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • No weekend or overnight shifts required

💼 Compensation & Perks

  • $85,000–$180,000/year, negotiable based on experience
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Fertility and gender-affirming benefits
  • Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick days
  • Support for continued professional development

🌄 Life Near the City, Surrounded by Nature

Located just north of Portland, OR, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of:

  • Small-town charm and community connection
  • Proximity to Portland’s food, arts, and urban amenities
  • Easy access to the Columbia River Gorge, hiking, and the coast
  • Affordable living and relaxed pace of life

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