Job Description: Our client is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Dentist to take a leading role in establishing a new specialist dentistry service within a well-established emergency and multidisciplinary referral setting. With the department scheduled to launch in 2027, this opportunity is ideally suited to an ambitious specialist who enjoys combining advanced clinical dentistry with the development of new services. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape clinical protocols, build a specialist referral caseload and contribute to the introduction of comprehensive dental and oral healthcare services within a modern veterinary environment.
The position offers the chance to work alongside experienced specialists in surgery, internal medicine, emergency and critical care, cardiology, anesthesiology and diagnostic imaging. Plans for a dedicated dentistry department and investment in specialist equipment will provide an excellent foundation for delivering advanced dental procedures and managing complex oral conditions. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to clinical education, mentor veterinary interns and residents, and collaborate with experienced nursing professionals in delivering exceptional patient care.
Qualifications Needed:
- Diplomate status with the American Veterinary Dental College or completion of a recognised veterinary dentistry residency with eligibility for board certification by 2027.
- Recognised veterinary qualifications and eligibility to obtain the appropriate professional licence to practise in Massachusetts.
- Advanced clinical knowledge of veterinary dentistry, oral disease management and specialist dental procedures.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with referring veterinarians, clients and clinical colleagues.
- A genuine interest in developing a new specialist department, supporting clinical education and maintaining exceptional patient care standards.
Package:
- Opportunity to establish and develop a dedicated veterinary dentistry service ahead of its planned 2027 opening.
- Attractive specialist base remuneration supplemented by production-related earning opportunities and a signing incentive.
- Access to modern clinical facilities with plans for a purpose-designed dentistry department and advanced specialist equipment.
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance benefits supporting individual healthcare requirements.
- Employer-supported 401(k) retirement savings arrangements to assist with long-term financial planning.
- Generous continuing education allowances encouraging specialist training, professional learning and clinical advancement.
- Paid annual leave provisions promoting a sustainable balance between professional responsibilities and personal commitments.
- Opportunity to influence departmental equipment selection, clinical procedures and the development of specialist dental services.
- Close collaboration with experienced emergency clinicians and specialists across multiple veterinary disciplines.
- Professional autonomy, rewarding teaching opportunities and long-term career development within an expanding referral setting.
