Hospital Veterinarian II

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a compassionate and skilled Veterinarian to join their Vetco Total Care hospitals in Houston, Texas. The role involves providing exceptional patient care, performing surgeries, and collaborating with a dedicated team to improve the lives of pets and their owners. Ideal candidates will possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and an active veterinary license, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork.

Qualifications

• Active veterinary license in the state of employment.
• Current DEA and Controlled Substance licenses.
• USDA Category I Accreditation or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care through examinations, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care.
• Perform routine and complex surgeries, including spays/neuters and exploratory surgeries.
• Document all observations, diagnostics, treatments, and client interactions accurately.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Team-oriented

Adaptability

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree

Job description

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents, and people!

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, people, and our planet.

• We love all pets like our own
• We’re the future of the pet industry
• We’re here to improve lives
• We drive outstanding results together
• We’re welcome as we are

Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents, and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate over 1,500 pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico, and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics, and eight distribution centers. We’re committed to purpose-driven work, and believe that what’s good for pets, people, and our planet is good for Petco.

At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, the veterinarian role is highly immersive. Our hospital veterinarians focus on quality — in the pets they treat and the people they work with. They are supported by state-of-the-art equipment (ultrasound in every hospital, heated hydraulic surgery tables, DDXR), skilled medical leaders, and a paraprofessional team encouraged to expand their expertise in areas like dentistry and nutrition. Join a world-class organization that celebrates your success and your unique approach to Veterinary medicine as you lead your team into the next generation of full-service veterinary care.

All hospital partners are responsible for creating an environment where:

• Patient needs always come first
• Every team member understands they have the power to create an exceptional customer and patient experience
• Issues are addressed promptly and effectively
• Exceptional teamwork and shared goals benefit the entire organization

Essential Job Functions:

These are the primary duties of the role. The incumbent must be able to perform them with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Provide excellent patient care through examinations, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care tailored to each pet’s signalment, lifestyle, and environment

• Develop comprehensive problem lists, differential diagnoses, diagnostic plans, and treatments based on test results, leading to confirmed or suspected diagnoses
• Document all observations, diagnostics, treatments, client interactions, and diagnoses accurately in medical records
• Perform routine and complex surgeries, including spays/neuters, exploratory surgeries, and mass removals
• Conduct dental procedures, including examinations, radiographs, and extractions
• Create treatment plans for day hospitalization, coordinate overnight care, and communicate with referral hospitals for continuity of care

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in rounds at beginning and end of shifts
• Share knowledge to improve care and communication among staff and clients
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Supervision and Leadership:

The Veterinarian will work under the guidance of the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director, maintaining high standards per Petco SOPs. They are expected to act collegially and professionally, leading by example in patient care and team collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited school
• Active veterinary license in the state of employment
• Current DEA and Controlled Substance licenses
• USDA Category I Accreditation or willingness to obtain within two months
• Comfort with anesthesia and routine surgeries
• Excellent communication skills
• Compassionate, professional demeanor in stressful situations
• Proficiency with telephone and computer skills
• Team-oriented, adaptable, eager to learn and innovate

Work Environment:

Primarily in the Vetco Total Care hospital, involving bending, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, and standing for long periods. Most time is spent in direct contact with clients and pets.

Contacts:

This role involves regular communication with clients, specialists, and product/service providers.

Petco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected categories.