Associate Veterinarian

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.

* Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put
the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.

* Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We
celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through distinct experiences,
products, and services.

* Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our
unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.

About Petco

We’re proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their
best lives for more than 60 years — from their favorite meals and toys, to
trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it.
We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood — the boundless boops,
missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we’re here
for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We
are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more
than 1,500 Petco stores across the U. S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco
Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution
centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love
[https://careers.petco.com/job/houston/groomer/47428/93200233424]. Together, we
support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find
homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.

At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian
position is the most immersive role in the hospital.  Our hospital veterinarians
live and breathe quality – in the pets they treat and the people they work
with.  They are supported by quality equipment (ultrasound in every hospital,
heated hydraulic surgery tables, DDXR), quality supportive medical field leaders
and a quality paraprofessional team who are encouraged to expand their skill
sets as subject matter experts in dentistry, nutrition and more.  Come join a
world class organization focused on celebrating your success and unique practice
of Veterinary medicine as you lead your team through the next generation of
full-service Veterinary Care.

All hospital partners are responsible for performing duties in a way that
creates an environment in which:

* the patient’s needs always come first;

* every team member understands that they have the power to do what it takes to
create an exceptional customer and patient experience;

* contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when possible,
or as soon as is possible;

* exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the entire
organization.

Essential Job Functions

Listed are the essential duties and responsibilities that are required of this
position. This section includes the primary accountabilities or duties of the
job. The incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and

responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation

* 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)
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.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

* 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.

Nature of Supervision

In all activities related to the care of individual patients, the Veterinarian
will take direct supervision from the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical
Director. The Veterinarian has discretion related to decisions regarding patient
care, however, it is imperative that the Veterinarian uphold the standards set
forth in the Petco Veterinary SOPs. The Veterinarian should expect to receive
direction and guidance based on electronic medical record review from the
Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director regarding patient decisions and
should accept such feedback as a means to elevate patient care in the hospital.

All hospital veterinarians should work together in a collegial fashion and are
expected to behave in a professional and personable manner.

Planning and Problem Solving

Problem solving is at the heart of veterinary medicine, and it is expected that
any successful candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills that
allow expeditious diagnosis of patient problems.

Impact

This position will impact the organization by contributing to the growth of a
productive practice while focusing on a high-quality standard of care. From an
overall hospital organizational standpoint, this position is critical to
ensuring that we have a cohesive, well-trained, and motivated team. The desired
result is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee
retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, however, as stated
above 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 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.

Work Environment

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

Contacts

This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary specialists,
and companies that provide products and/or services that the practice utilizes.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for
employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for
Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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.

The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific
regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to
variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will
depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and
applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage
exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum
wage will be the minimum rate applied.

$87,700.00 - $186,100.00

/ year

For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and
financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO -see
https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits

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