Description
Veterinarian – Dentistry Focused
Based out of Tigard Animal Hospital | Serving Neighboring NVA Hospitals
Tigard Animal Hospital in Tigard, Oregon is seeking a dentistryfocused veterinarian who is passionate about elevating the standard of veterinary dental care across multiple hospitals. This unique role is ideal for a doctor who truly loves dentistry and wants to have a broader clinical impact by supporting several neighboring NVA hospitals in a travel capacity, while being based out of Tigard Animal Hospital.
Since 2003, Tigard Animal Hospital has been a trusted provider of highquality care in our community. Our modern, wellequipped facility serves as the ideal home base for a veterinarian looking to focus on advanced dentistry while collaborating with other NVA teams.
Why Tigard Animal Hospital?
Modern, PurposeBuilt Facility (Opened 2020):
6 exam rooms, dedicated dental and surgical suites, and a spacious treatment area designed to support highquality dental workflows.
Advanced Diagnostics & Equipment:
Digital dental radiology, inhouse lab, ultrasound, and digital radiography.
Progressive Culture:
Felinefriendly certified, and practicing fear-free with strong support staff and a culture focused on patient comfort and clinical excellence.
NVA Network Support:
The opportunity to collaborate with neighboring NVA hospitals that value and invest in advanced dentistry.
About the Role
This position is heavily dentistryfocused and designed for a veterinarian who enjoys:
Performing highquality dental procedures, including complex extractions
Educating and mentoring hospital teams to improve dental standards and confidence
Traveling to nearby NVA hospitals in the Portland Metro area to provide dentistry services and support
Helping practices elevate their dental programs and client education
You will work closely with each hospital’s leadership and support teams to deliver consistent, exceptional dental care while serving as a trusted dentistry resource across the region.
What We’re Looking For
DVM/VMD from an AVMAaccredited institution
Active (or eligible) Oregon veterinary license
Strong interest and experience in veterinary dentistry
(Advanced dentistry experience and extractions preferred)
Ability to mentor other doctors in dentistry
Comfort with travel within the Portland Metro area to neighboring NVA hospitals
Excellent communication skills with both clients and hospital teams
Collaborative, professional, and clinically confident
Commitment to practicing highquality, ethical medicine
What You’ll Do
Deliver exceptional dentistry services for dogs and cats, including advanced dental procedures
Travel to neighboring NVA hospitals to provide dentistry coverage and mentorship support
Serve as a dentistry resource for doctors and staff, promoting best practices
Partner with our Mentor Doctor with Oregon State University Dentistry program
Build strong client relationships through education and personalized care
Help drive dental growth, efficiency, and quality across multiple hospitals
Participate in continued learning and professional development
Why This Role Stands Out
This is a rare opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to focus primarily on dentistry while enjoying variety, collaboration, and regional impact—without giving up a supportive home base. You’ll have the autonomy to practice dentistry at a high-level while being backed by strong hospital teams and the NVA network.
Ready to make a regional impact through exceptional veterinary dentistry?
Apply today and help us raise the standard of dental care for pets across our NVA hospitals.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
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