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Friendship Hospital for Animals
Washington, District of Columbia

Veterinary Radiologist

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$250k-$300k

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Job Description

Unlock the Next Level of Diagnostic Excellence in the Heart of DC!

Are you a dedicated Veterinary Radiologist who thrives in a collaborative, tech-forward environment? Friendship Hospital for Animals (FHA) is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Radiologist to join our premier diagnostic imaging service in Washington, DC.

FHA offers an extraordinary environment where cutting-edge technology, clinical autonomy, and multidisciplinary synergy meet to deliver world-class patient care.

Why Friendship Hospital for Animals?

State-of-the-Art Imaging Technology: Work with top-tier equipment across all modalities—including high-field MRI, multi-slice CT, digital radiography, and advanced ultrasonography—backed by full PACS integration and modern workflow support.

True Multidisciplinary Synergy: Collaborate daily with specialists across Anesthesia, Cardiology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology (Medical & Radiation), Surgery, and Primary Care.

Dedicated Imaging Support Team: Focus on high-level interpretation and procedures while supported by skilled, dedicated imaging technicians.

Teaching & Mentorship: Share your passion for imaging by mentoring FHA’s bright, motivated small animal rotating interns and nursing team.

Life in Washington, DC: Enjoy a vibrant city filled with world-class dining, iconic cultural landmarks, incredible outdoor parks, and exceptional quality of life.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide high-level diagnostic assessments for digital radiographs, ultrasound, CT, and MRI studies.
  • Perform specialized imaging procedures, including abdominal ultrasounds and image-guided aspirates/biopsies.
  • Consult seamlessly with internal specialty services and regional referring veterinarians.
  • Partner with hospital leadership to refine imaging protocols, optimize scheduling, and support radiation safety standards.
  • Help cultivate a positive, educational, and evidence-based learning environment.

Qualifications

  • DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
  • Board certification by the American College of Veterinary Radiology (DACVR) or completion of an ACVR-approved residency (board-eligible).
  • Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the District of Columbia.
  • Exceptional communication skills, diagnostic precision, and a collaborative spirit.

The Power of EVG Specialty Network

  • As part of the EVG Specialty Network, you gain access to a nationwide community of specialty leaders, collaborative clinical networks, robust continuing education, and executive support designed to elevate your professional growth.
  • Ready to shape the future of veterinary imaging?
  • Check us out at 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
  • $250,000—$300,000 USD

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-level diagnostic assessments for various imaging modalities including MRI, CT, and ultrasound. Perform specialized procedures such as image-guided biopsies while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of specialists.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Image-guided biopsyClinical mentorshipDiagnostic assessmentMultidisciplinary collaborationVeterinary medicine

Radiology Career Context

Of the 40 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 78% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for District of Columbia is 109.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$275k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $250k in an average-cost state. 64.3% of District of Columbia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Veterinarian Jobs

29 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution26 jobs · 13 employers

14
<$170k
5
$170k-210k
4
$210k-250k
3
$250k-290k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 13 employers

401k / retirement match
88%
CME allowance
75% this job
Sign-on bonus
71%
Relocation assistance
42%
Loan repayment
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Veterinary listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,407 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Washington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$642k≈ 2.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,517/mo≈ 12% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Friendship Hospital for Animals

Veterinary Services
Washington, District of Columbia
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

State-of-the-Art Imaging Technology
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Dedicated Imaging Support Team
Teaching & Mentorship
Continuing Education