Associate Veterinarian (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Want to help pets live their best lives? We’re proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you. Core Values Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should live their best life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do. Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our passion for pets brings us together. We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services. Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success. About Petco We’re proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years – from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood – the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we’re here for it – every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet‑human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in‑store adoption events. Position Overview At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, the hospital veterinarian performs the most immersive role in the hospital. They are supported by quality equipment (ultrasound at every hospital, heated hydraulic surgery tables, DDXR), medical field leaders and a supportive paraprofessional team encouraged to expand their skill sets in dentistry, nutrition and more. The veterinarian leads the team, prioritizes patient needs and is expected to deliver excellent patient care. Essential Job Functions Provide excellent patient care by performing physical examinations, diagnosing and treating diseases, and providing preventive care according to patient signalment, lifestyle and environment. Utilize a problem‑based approach that includes developing a complete problem list for every patient examined, a complete list of differential diagnoses for each problem identified, a complete diagnostic plan and appropriate treatments based on interpretation of diagnostic test results. Document all patient observations, findings of exams and diagnostics, treatments and medications, client interactions and tentative and confirmed diagnoses in the medical record in a concise and detail‑oriented fashion. Perform routine and complex surgical procedures including spays/neuters, abdominal exploratory and mass removals. Perform routine and complex dental procedures including full dental examinations, evaluation of dental radiographs, simple and complex extractions and oral surgical procedures. Develop treatment plans for patients undergoing day hospitalization based on complete problem‑based assessment. Transition patients to overnight care as needed and communicate effectively with referral hospitals to ensure continuity of patient care. Other Duties and Responsibilities Participate in rounds as incoming or exiting doctor at the beginning and end of shifts. Disseminate knowledge throughout staff to improve the level of care and communication provided to hospital partners, patients and clients. Perform additional duties as assigned. Education / Experience Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an AVMA‑accredited veterinary school. Active licensure as a veterinarian without contingencies in the state in which the hospital is located or ability to obtain by start date. Current DEA license. Current Controlled Substance License, if applicable, in the state in which the hospital is located or ability to obtain by start date. USDA Category I (minimum) accreditation or completion within two months of hire date. Proficiency in anesthesia and routine surgeries, including canine and feline spays, neuters, mass removals and dental procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Compassionate and sympathetic with a professional attitude during emotional and stressful situations. Telephone and computer proficiency. Team player willing to learn new techniques, offer creative ideas and accept change. Work Environment The majority of job duties are conducted in the Vetco Total Care veterinary full‑service hospital. The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds as necessary, and standing for long periods of time. A large amount of time is spent in direct contact with clients and their pets. Contacts The position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists and companies that provide products and/or services used by the practice. Salary Range Salary range: $87,700.00 – $186,100.00. Benefits See the Petco Total Rewards program for details on health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives and PTO: Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other protected classification. #J-18808-Ljbffr Petco