Hospital Veterinarian

Overview 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. Our core values capture that spirit as we work to improve lives by doing what’s right for pets and people. Company context We are a large pet retail and veterinary services organization with a long-standing presence in the market. We support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and operate Vetco Total Care hospitals and in-store clinics across multiple locations. Essential Job Functions Provide excellent patient care by performing physical examinations, diagnosing and treating diseases, and providing preventive care based on patient signalment, lifestyle, and environment. Utilize a problem-based approach that includes developing a complete problem list for every patient, a differential diagnoses list, a diagnostic plan, and appropriate treatments based on test results. Document all patient observations, exam findings, diagnostics, treatments, medications, client interactions, and diagnoses in the medical record concisely and in accordance with practice conventions. 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 radiographs, and extractions or oral surgical procedures. Develop treatment plans for day hospitalization, transition patients to overnight care as needed, and communicate with referral hospitals to ensure continuity of care. Other Duties and Responsibilities Participate in rounds as incoming or exiting doctor at the beginning and end of shifts. Disseminate knowledge to improve the level of care and communication among staff and hospital partners, benefiting patients and clients. Perform additional duties as assigned. Nature of Supervision In all activities related to patient care, the Veterinarian will take direct supervision from the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director. The veterinarian should expect to receive direction and guidance based on electronic medical record review and should accept feedback to elevate patient care. All hospital veterinarians should work together in a collegial and professional manner. Planning and Problem Solving Problem solving is essential in veterinary medicine, including expeditious diagnosis of patient problems. Impact This position contributes to the growth of a productive practice with a high standard of care, fostering a cohesive and motivated team, employee retention, patient well‑being, and customer satisfaction. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but the veterinarian is a de facto leader in the hospital. 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 of employment or ability to obtain by start date. Current DEA license. Current Controlled Substance License, if applicable, in the state of employment or ability to obtain by start date. USDA Category I (minimum) Accreditation or completion within two months of hire date. Must be comfortable performing anesthesia and routine surgeries including canine and feline spays, neuters, mass removals, and dentals. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Compassionate and able to maintain a professional attitude during emotional and stressful situations. Telephone and computer skills. Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments and to embrace change. Work Environment The majority of job duties are conducted in a Vetco Total Care veterinary full-service hospital. The role involves bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, and standing for long periods. A large portion of time will be spent in direct client and patient interaction. Contacts This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists, and providers of products and services used by the practice. LI-VF1 Equal Employment Opportunity: 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