Veterinarian Care Specialist

4 days ago


Lake Zurich, Illinois, United States Petco Full time

At Petco, we're dedicated to improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and our partners. As a Veterinarian Care Specialist, you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional veterinary care and customer service to our patients and their owners.

Job Overview

The Veterinarian Care Specialist is responsible for providing high-quality patient care and support services in our Vetco Total Care full-service hospital. This includes assisting veterinarians with appointments, surgeries, and other medical procedures, as well as maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively with clients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Greet clients and patients, obtain vital signs, and record information in our electronic medical system.
  • Assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, and other medical procedures, ensuring the highest level of patient care.
  • Prepare patients for surgical and dental procedures, monitor them during recovery, and prepare them for discharge.
  • Schedule appointments, communicate test results, and maintain client/patient records.
  • Provide in-hospital treatments for sick patients, keep them clean, watered, and fed as directed.
Requirements and Qualifications:
  • Credentialled Veterinary Technician in the state where the hospital is located.
  • 1-year experience as a Veterinary Technician or working in a veterinary practice.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Compassionate, sympathetic, and professional attitude.
  • Telephone and computer skills.
  • Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments.
Work Environment:

The majority of job duties are conducted in the Vetco Total Care full-service hospital. The position requires bending, kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing for long periods of time.

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 per year, commensurate with experience.



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