Veterinary Dentist

Friendship Hospital for Animals•Washington, DC

22d•$250,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

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 their flagship hospital in Washington, DC. FHA offers an ideal environment, referral volume, and multidisciplinary backing to launch a high-impact, thriving service. This role involves building the service from the ground up, partnering with leadership on various aspects of its development, and providing advanced veterinary dental care.

Requirements

DVM/VMD or equivalent degree.
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.

Responsibilities

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.