Associate Veterinarian - Full-Service Vet Hospital

PETCO Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join our Vetco Total Care hospital teams. You will provide comprehensive veterinary care, perform surgeries, and develop treatment plans in a fast-paced clinical environment.

The role requires strong communication, ability to work with a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to high-quality patient care and client service. We offer a collaborative, education-focused setting with opportunities for growth in veterinary

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or AVMA-accredited schooling required.
• Active veterinary license in the state of Florida, or ability to obtain before start date.
• Current DEA license and Controlled Substance License required.
• USDA Category I Accreditation or completion within two months of hire.
• Comfort with anesthesia and routine surgeries (canine/feline).
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care through examinations, diagnoses, and preventive care.
• Lead and participate in surgeries including spays/neuters and dental procedures.
• Develop and communicate treatment plans; coordinate with referral hospitals for continuity of care.
• Document medical records accurately and thoroughly.
• Contribute to rounds and disseminate knowledge to staff to improve patient care.
• Support hospital operations and collaborate with team to maintain standards.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from AVMA-accredited veterinary school

Active veterinary license in the state of Florida or ability to obtain

Current DEA license

Current Controlled Substance License

USDA Category I Accreditation or completion within two months of hire

Comfortable performing anesthesia and routine surgeries

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job description

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join our Vetco Total Care hospital teams. You will provide comprehensive veterinary care, perform surgeries, and develop treatment plans in a fast-paced clinical environment.

The role requires strong communication, ability to work with a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to high-quality patient care and client service. We offer a collaborative, education-focused setting with opportunities for growth in veterinary