Lead Veterinarian at Willamette Veterinary Hospital - Willamette Veterinary Hospital

If you are searching for a practice where high‑quality medicine meets genuine compassion, Willamette Veterinary Hospital is your next career home. Located in the heart of Corvallis, Oregon, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care, evidenced by our established status as an AAHA Accredited practice. This achievement reflects our commitment to excellence across all areas of patient care and facility standards.

This is a unique opportunity for you to join a supportive team environment where you can truly do your best work every day. We believe that supporting our teammates is crucial to providing excellent patient care. When you join our team, you gain access to a robust network of educational resources and professional growth opportunities designed to help you succeed.

We support teammates who wish to achieve their career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, moving into a leadership role, or gaining access to internal specialty consultation opportunities. Your development is our priority, ensuring that you have the tools and support systems necessary to advance your knowledge and career path within veterinary medicine. Quality of medicine is at the core of what we do in Corvallis.

As a dedicated provider of Emergency and Urgent Care services, we handle complex cases and require dedication to the highest standards of medical practice. Our AAHA accreditation confirms that we maintain stringent protocols and advanced diagnostics to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. You will work alongside highly skilled professionals using comprehensive equipment in an environment structured for complex medical management, offering you significant opportunities to expand your clinical skill set.

Corvallis offers an exceptional quality of life where the stunning Pacific Northwest is literally your backyard. Home to Oregon State University, Corvallis blends the intellectual energy of a college town with the charm of a smaller community. Located in the Willamette Valley, you are positioned for outdoor recreation, from hiking and cycling to exploring local vineyards and the majestic Oregon coast.

This community provides a balanced lifestyle, allowing you to connect with nature and enjoy cultural amenities, making it a wonderful place to live and grow roots.

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
• Foster a Culture of Growth: You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
• Be an Ambassador: You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
• A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
• A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the…