Hospital Veterinarian

Veterinarian Position at Vetco Total Care

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents, and people! If you want to make a real difference and feel welcome to be your whole self, 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 to develop diagnostic plans and appropriate treatments.
• Document all patient observations, findings, treatments, and client interactions in the medical record.
• Perform routine and complex surgical procedures, including spays/neuters, abdominal exploratory, and mass removals.
• Perform routine and complex dental procedures, including full dental examinations and extractions.
• Develop treatment plans for patients undergoing day hospitalization and ensure continuity of patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in rounds at the beginning and end of shifts.
• Disseminate knowledge among staff to improve care and communication.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Active licensure as a veterinarian in the state in which the hospital is located or ability to obtain by start date.
• Current DEA license and Controlled Substance License, if applicable.
• USDA Category I (minimum) Accreditation or completion within two months of hire date.
• Comfortable performing anesthesia and routine surgeries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be compassionate and maintain professionalism during stressful situations.
• Must have telephone and computer skills.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and offer creative ideas.

Work Environment:

The majority of duties are conducted in the Vetco Total Care veterinary full-service hospital. Requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing for long periods. A large amount of time will be spent in direct contact with clients and their pets.

Impact:

This position will contribute to the growth of a productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. It is critical to ensure a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated team, creating an optimal environment for employee retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.