Associate Veterinarian

About the role

At Petco, our veterinarians are the heart of our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals. You'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and pet parents. Our core values guide us in making a real difference, fostering a welcoming environment where you can be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing.

Responsibilities

- 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 leading to confirmed or suspected diagnoses. - 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 fashion, according to practice convention. - Perform routine and complex surgical procedures including (but not limited to) spays/neuters, abdominal exploratory, and mass removals. - Perform routine and complex dental procedures including full dental examination, evaluation of dental radiographs, as well as 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. - Participate in rounds as incoming or exiting doctor at beginning and end of shifts. - Disseminate knowledge throughout staff to improve the level of care and communication provided hospital partners, to both the patient and the client. - Performs additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

- 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 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. - Must be comfortable performing anesthesia and routine surgeries including but not limited to: canine and feline spays, neuters, mass removals, and dentals. - Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful situations. - Must have telephone and computer skills. - Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine or related field. - Experience in veterinary practice, preferably in a full-service hospital setting. - Strong problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Willingness to adapt to new technologies and practices.

Skills

- Proficiency in veterinary medicine and surgery. - Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to handle stressful situations professionally. - Strong teamwork and leadership skills.

Benefits

Petco offers competitive benefits including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO. For more details, please refer to the Petco Total Rewards page.

Pay

Salary range: $120,000 - $150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position, with flexible scheduling options available.