Veterinary Dentist
EVG Specialty Network
Veterinary Dentist
EVG Specialty Network
Private-equity backed veterinary specialty network
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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For more information, visit www.friendshiphospital.com
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 250000 - 300000 USD
Private-equity backed veterinary specialty network
EVG Specialty Network is a for-profit group of elite East Coast veterinary hospitals that collaborates under centralized leadership to share resources and expertise, aiming to elevate patient care. The network's central team handles operations, finance, HR, and marketing so member hospitals can focus on delivering advanced services, including 24/7 emergency care, oncology, advanced imaging, and specialized surgery. It differentiates itself by tying respected, long-standing hospitals into a unified platform that promotes training, mentorship, and knowledge sharing rather than competing as standalone sites. The goal is to expand access to advanced veterinary medicine, improve clinical outcomes, and set a collaborative model for veterinary care.
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