Petco
About Petco
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 across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers.
Position Summary Join as a
Hospital Veterinarian II
at one of our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals. This immersive role involves lifelong learning, working with a multidisciplinary team and providing excellent patient care.
Essential Job Functions
Perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat diseases, and provide preventive care based on patient signalment, lifestyle and environment.
Use a problem‑based approach to develop a complete problem list, differential diagnoses, diagnostic plans and appropriate treatments.
Document patient observations, findings, treatments, medications and client interactions in the medical record with clear detail.
Perform routine and complex surgical procedures (spays/neuters, abdominal exploratory, mass removals). Perform routine and complex dental procedures (full exam, radiographs, extractions, oral surgery).
Develop treatment plans for day hospitalization, transition patients to overnight care and communicate with referral hospitals.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in rounds at the beginning and end of shifts.
Share knowledge to improve care and communication for staff, patients and clients.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Work Environment The role is primarily hospital‑based, requiring bending, kneeling, lifting of up to 30 lbs and standing for long periods. Frequent direct contact with clients and pets is essential.
Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an AVMA‑accredited school.
Active state veterinary license in the state of the hospital or ability to obtain by start date.
Current DEA license and, if required, Controlled Substance license for the state.
USDA Category I veterinary accreditation or ability to obtain within two months of hire.
Proficiency in anesthesia, routine surgeries (spays/neuters, mass removals, dentistry).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a compassionate, professional demeanor.
Strong teamwork, adaptability and willingness to learn new techniques.
Proficient with telephone and computer use.
Compensation & Benefits For a detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health, financial benefits, 401(k), incentives and PTO, visit
Petco Total Rewards .
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
Additional Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Retail
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Position Summary Join as a
Hospital Veterinarian II
at one of our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals. This immersive role involves lifelong learning, working with a multidisciplinary team and providing excellent patient care.
Essential Job Functions
Perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat diseases, and provide preventive care based on patient signalment, lifestyle and environment.
Use a problem‑based approach to develop a complete problem list, differential diagnoses, diagnostic plans and appropriate treatments.
Document patient observations, findings, treatments, medications and client interactions in the medical record with clear detail.
Perform routine and complex surgical procedures (spays/neuters, abdominal exploratory, mass removals). Perform routine and complex dental procedures (full exam, radiographs, extractions, oral surgery).
Develop treatment plans for day hospitalization, transition patients to overnight care and communicate with referral hospitals.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in rounds at the beginning and end of shifts.
Share knowledge to improve care and communication for staff, patients and clients.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Work Environment The role is primarily hospital‑based, requiring bending, kneeling, lifting of up to 30 lbs and standing for long periods. Frequent direct contact with clients and pets is essential.
Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an AVMA‑accredited school.
Active state veterinary license in the state of the hospital or ability to obtain by start date.
Current DEA license and, if required, Controlled Substance license for the state.
USDA Category I veterinary accreditation or ability to obtain within two months of hire.
Proficiency in anesthesia, routine surgeries (spays/neuters, mass removals, dentistry).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a compassionate, professional demeanor.
Strong teamwork, adaptability and willingness to learn new techniques.
Proficient with telephone and computer use.
Compensation & Benefits For a detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health, financial benefits, 401(k), incentives and PTO, visit
Petco Total Rewards .
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
Additional Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industry: Retail
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