Hospital Veterinarian II

PetCo • Seattle, WA

104d • $103,600 - $220,000

About The Position

Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and Petco partners. We operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals. Our hospital veterinarians are immersed in quality care, supported by advanced equipment and a dedicated team. This position is critical in ensuring a high-quality standard of care and contributes to the growth of a productive practice while focusing on patient well-being and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Active licensure as a veterinarian in the state of employment.
• Current DEA license and Controlled Substance License, if applicable.
• USDA Category I Accreditation or completion within two months of hire.
• Comfortable performing anesthesia and routine surgeries including spays, neuters, and dentals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate and sympathetic demeanor, maintaining professionalism in stressful situations.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and accept change.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care by performing physical examinations, diagnosing and treating diseases, and providing preventive care.
• Utilize a problem-based approach for developing complete problem lists, differential diagnoses, 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 care.
• Participate in rounds as incoming or exiting doctor at the beginning and end of shifts.
• Disseminate knowledge throughout staff to improve care and communication.

Benefits

• Health and financial benefits
• 401K
• Incentives
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree