Full-Service Veterinary Care Specialist

3 days ago


Lemon Grove, California, United States Petco Full time

About Petco

Petco is a leading health and wellness company dedicated to improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and its partners. With 29,000+ team members operating in over 1,500 pet care centers across the US, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, we're committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Salary Range:

$87,700 - $186,100 per year

Job Description

We're seeking a highly skilled Full-Service Veterinary Care Specialist to join our dynamic team at Petco. As a vital member of our veterinary hospital, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care, fostering strong relationships with clients, and driving business growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive physical examinations, diagnoses, and treatments for patients
  • Develop treatment plans based on thorough assessments, including problem-based approaches and differential diagnoses
  • Document all patient observations, findings, treatments, and medications in medical records
  • Perform routine and complex surgical procedures, including spays/neuters, abdominal exploratory surgeries, and mass removals
  • Conduct dental procedures, such as full dental examinations, evaluations of radiographs, extractions, and oral surgeries
  • Transition patients to overnight care as needed, ensuring continuity of patient care with referral hospitals

Requirements:

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
  • Active licensure as a veterinarian without contingencies in the state where the hospital is located or ability to obtain by start date
  • Current DEA license and Controlled Substance License (if applicable) in the state where the hospital is located or ability to obtain by start date
  • USDA Category I accreditation or completion within two months of hire date
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, compassion, and professionalism

Benefits

  • Competitive salary range: $87,700 - $186,100 per year
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment with a talented team
  • Opportunities for career advancement and growth

Contact Information

Visit our website at https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits to learn more about our benefits package and apply for this exciting opportunity



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