The Animal Dental Center of Annapolis, Columbia, Towson, MD and York, PA:  

The Animal Dental Center of Maryland and Pennsylvania are offering a private practice 3-year AVDC approved residency training program in veterinary dentistry and oral surgery which will commence on July 1, 2026.  

This is a conforming residency training program that upon completion will lead to credentialing and eventual AVDC Board Certification.  We have (1) residency position available for a qualified individual; the resident must have a license to practice veterinary medicine in Maryland and Pennsylvania. Attainment of licenses at time of residency acceptance is acceptable. 

Applicants must have completed a 1 year rotating internship or have practiced three years in good standing in another U.S. state.  

Program benefits include extensive one-on-one mentoring with five (5) AVDC Board Certified Veterinary Dental Specialists, collaboration with residency trained associates (1) and current residents (6), highly progressive learning environment using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques, a diverse and exciting case load, world-class C.E. training through the Animal Dental Training Center, and direct access and support from other on-site specialty practices. 

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $65,000 1st year; $70,000 2nd year; $75,000 3rd year

Eligible for full medical benefits (health, vision, dental, etc.)

401K participation with company match when eligible

PLIT insurance, professional licensing, and professional dues

Paid continuing education

2 weeks PTO

Maryland and Pennsylvania have much to offer: from the Chesapeake Bay to Shenandoah National Park to bustling towns and quiet countrysides. 

In addition to the online application, please submit three references and copies of licenses to:  Dr. Mary Volker (mary.volker@animaldentalcenter.com) or Dr. Jennifer Tjepkema (jennifer.tjepkema@animaldentalcenter.com).  For more information on the Animal Dental Center please visit www.animaldentalcenter.com.