Veterinary Dentist & Oral Surgeon - Flexible Schedule & Support

Animal Medical Center of Seattle; Shoreline (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Generous signing bonuses

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

A leading veterinary organization in Shoreline, Washington, is seeking a Veterinary Dentist to join their team. They offer a collaborative work environment with flexible scheduling, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance. This position is ideal for those who prioritize quality of life and teamwork in their veterinary practice.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant veterinary qualifications.
• Experience in dentistry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in veterinary dentistry.
• Work as part of a collaborative team.
• Utilize standard veterinary equipment.

Job description

Dentist & Oral Surgeon (DAVDC or Board-Eligible)

Dentistry & Oral Surgery opportunity in Shoreline, Washington
Compensation: Base salary starting at $225,000 plus production
Schedule: Full-Time

At Animal Medical Center of Seattle (AMCS), you'll do more than practice advanced dentistry and oral surgery, you'll have the opportunity to help shape and grow a developing service within one of the Pacific Northwest's premier specialty and emergency hospitals.

We're seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Veterinary Dentist to build upon a strong foundation while helping define the future direction of dentistry at AMCS. This opportunity combines the autonomy of growing a service with the support, resources, and collaboration of an established multi-specialty hospital.

You'll work alongside experienced specialists, dedicated technicians, and operational leaders who are committed to ensuring you have the time, space, and support needed to deliver exceptional patient care. Whether you're managing complex oral surgery cases, advanced dental procedures, or collaborating on multidisciplinary patients, you'll have the resources necessary to practice at the highest level.

As the dentistry service continues to expand, you'll have meaningful input into workflows, clinical standards, and long-term growth strategies, making this an ideal opportunity for a clinician who enjoys both outstanding medicine and building something lasting.

At AMCS, collaboration is a cornerstone of patient care. You'll work closely with specialists in:

• Internal Medicine
• Radiology
• Surgery
• Medical Oncology
• Emergency & Critical Care
• Emergency/ICU Services

This multidisciplinary approach creates seamless communication, thoughtful case management, and continuity of care for even the most complex patients.

Our hospital culture is grounded in teamwork, accountability, and open communication. Leadership is accessible, colleagues are supportive, and we are committed to continually strengthening our services to better support clinicians, clients, and patients.

Our purpose-built dental suite has been thoughtfully designed to support efficient workflows and advanced oral surgery and dentistry procedures, featuring:

• VetCAT Cone Beam CT scanner

These dedicated resources allow you to focus on delivering advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and comprehensive patient care with exceptional efficiency and clinical support.

Location Highlight

Located in Shoreline, Washington, just north of Seattle, AMCS offers easy access to everything that makes the Pacific Northwest one of the country's most desirable places to live.

Enjoy renowned restaurants, live music, waterfront recreation, and vibrant neighborhoods, while remaining just a short drive from hiking trails, skiing, mountain adventures, and coastal destinations. Whether you're spending weekends exploring the Cascades, kayaking on Puget Sound, or enjoying Seattle's arts and culinary scene, you'll find countless opportunities to recharge outside of work.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

• Competitive compensation with production opportunities
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• CE allowance and dedicated CE time
• Professional dues, DEA, and licensing support
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dedicated administrative and operational support
• Professional development and leadership opportunities

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Diagnose and treat a wide range of dental and oral diseases in companion animals.
• Perform advanced oral surgical and dental procedures utilizing dedicated dentistry equipment and imaging technology.
• Collaborate with specialists and emergency clinicians on complex multidisciplinary cases.
• Develop and grow a dedicated dentistry caseload while strengthening referral relationships.
• Help shape workflows, service standards, and the future direction of dentistry at AMCS.
• Provide clear and compassionate communication to clients regarding diagnostics, treatment plans, procedures, and long-term care.
• Mentor technicians and support staff involved in dentistry and oral surgery services.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Washington veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Veterinary Dentistry (DAVDC) or board-eligible status.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• Interest in helping grow and shape a developing dentistry service.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level while helping build a thriving dentistry and oral surgery service within a highly collaborative specialty hospital.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to:

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.