Veterinary Dentist

Friendship Hospital for Animals; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Relocation packages

Comprehensive benefits

Administrative support

Job summary

Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, DC seeks a Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist (or AVDC residency graduate) to establish and lead a comprehensive Dentistry & Oral Surgery Service at our flagship hospital. You will partner with anesthesia, oncology, surgery, and critical care to deliver advanced dental care and drive clinical protocols.

Join a large, referral-rich hospital with cutting-edge imaging, a built-in team, and a path to developing a thriving specialty service.

Qualifications

• AVDC board certification required; board-eligible candidates considered with timeline.
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the District of Columbia.
• Demonstrated excellence in advanced oral surgery and dentistry with entrepreneurial drive.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical care for complex dental conditions.
• Perform advanced endodontics, restorative dentistry, periodontal therapy, and maxillofacial surgery.
• Collaborate with anesthesia, oncology, surgery, and critical care teams on complex cases.
• Act as ambassador for veterinary dentistry and mentor interns and clinicians.

Skills

Entrepreneurial drive

Interpersonal skills

Mentorship

Leadership

Education

AVDC board certification

DC licensure eligibility

Job description

Build & Lead a Premier Dentistry & Oral Surgery Service in Washington, DC!

Are you an innovative veterinary dentist looking to build something exceptional? Friendship Hospital for Animals (FHA) is seeking a Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist (or Board-Eligible Residency Graduate) to establish and lead a comprehensive Dentistry & Oral Surgery Service within our flagship hospital in Washington, DC.

As a central hub for specialty care in the mid-Atlantic region, FHA offers the ideal environment, referral volume, and multidisciplinary backing to launch a high-impact, thriving service.

Why Launch Your Practice at FHA?

Build Your Vision: Partner with hospital leadership to design your ideal schedule, select custom equipment and surgical instrumentation, establish clinical protocols, and build your ideal team.

Built-In Referral Base: Tap into an expansive, established referral network across the Washington, DC metro area, alongside FHA's massive internal referral pipeline from Primary Care, Emergency, and Specialty services.

Advanced Perioperative Support: Perform complex oral and maxillofacial surgeries with confidence, supported by dedicated board-certified anesthesiologists and critical care specialists.

Expanded Modern Facility: Work in a state-of-the-art, recently expanded 30,000+ sq. ft. hospital featuring advanced diagnostic imaging (in-house CT/MRI) and dedicated specialty suites.

Unmatched Quality of Life: Live and work in one of the nation's most dynamic cities, featuring vibrant neighborhoods, top-rated schools, rich history, and world-class culture.

What You’ll Do

Provide comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical care for complex oral, dental, and maxillofacial conditions.

Perform advanced endodontics, restorative dentistry, periodontal therapy, oral trauma management, and maxillofacial oncologic surgery.

Partner with Anesthesia, Oncology, Surgery, and Critical Care to manage medically complex surgical cases safely.

Serve as an ambassador for advanced veterinary dentistry, delivering clear, compassionate communication to clients and referring veterinarians.

Mentor rotating interns, technicians, and primary care clinicians while shaping service-specific standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

Board certification by the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) required (board‑eligible candidates completing an AVDC residency will be considered based on certification timeline).

Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the District of Columbia.

Demonstrated clinical excellence in advanced oral surgery and dentistry, paired with strong interpersonal skills and an entrepreneurial drive.

Backed by EVG Specialty Network

Joining FHA connects you directly with the EVG Specialty Network, offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, relocation packages, and the administrative support needed to build a sustainable, highly rewarding clinical service.

Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

US Pay Range

$250,000 - $300, 000 USD