Full-time Hospital Veterinarian

Hospital Medical Leader or Associate Veterinarian

Location: Huntersville

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents, and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self, and nurture your well-being, Petco is the place for you.

Job Description:

• Provide excellent patient care by performing physical examinations, diagnosing and treating diseases, and providing preventive care.
• Utilize a problem-based approach for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Document patient observations, exam findings, diagnostics, treatments, medications, and diagnoses concisely.
• Perform routine and complex surgical and dental procedures.
• Develop treatment plans for patients and ensure continuity of care with referral hospitals.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in rounds at the beginning and end of shifts.
• Disseminate knowledge to staff for improved patient and client care.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Nature of Supervision:

Veterinarians receive direct supervision from the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director and are expected to uphold Petco Veterinary SOP standards, accepting feedback to elevate patient care.

Impact:

This role contributes to the growth of a productive practice with a high standard of care, ensuring an optimal environment for employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.

Education/Experience:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Active veterinary licensure in the state or ability to obtain it by the start date.
• Current DEA license.
• USDA Category I (minimum) Accreditation or completion within two months of hire.
• Proficiency in anesthesia and routine surgeries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, professional demeanor during stressful situations.
• Team player, willing to learn, innovate, and adapt.

Work Environment:

The role is conducted in a Vetco Total Care full-service hospital, involving bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and prolonged standing. Significant interaction with clients and pets is required.

Contacts:

Regular communication with clients, veterinary specialists, and suppliers of practice-utilized products/services.