Lead Veterinarian (Hospital Medical Leader)

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 137,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to lead the hospital veterinary team at Vetco Total Care in New York. The role includes providing excellent patient care through diagnostics, treatment, and mentorship of staff. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and experience in performing surgeries and anesthesia, along with strong communication skills. Join Petco to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their owners.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience performing anesthesia and routine surgeries.
• Ability to communicate treatment plans and findings clearly.
• Strong skills in patient care and medical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead of hospital veterinary team.
• Perform routine and complex surgical procedures.
• Communicate effectively with referral hospitals.

Skills

Anesthesia

Surgery

Patient care

Communication

Medical record documentation

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

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 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 focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what’s good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco.

Name of Employer: Petco Animal Supplies Stores, Inc.

Position Title: Lead Veterinarian (Hospital Medical Leader)

Position Location: Vetco Total Care, 44 Union Square East, New York, NY 10003

Summary of Duties: Serve as lead of hospital veterinary team. Provide excellent patient care by performing physical examinations, diagnosing and treating diseases, and providing preventive care according to patient signalment, lifestyle, and environment. Utilize problem-based approach that includes developing complete problem list for every patient examined, complete list of differential diagnoses for each problem identified, complete diagnostic plan, and appropriate treatments based on interpretation of diagnostic test results leading to confirmed or suspected diagnoses. Document all patient observations, findings of exams and diagnostics, treatments and medications, client interactions, and tentative and confirmed diagnoses in medical record in concise and detailed fashion, according to practice convention. Perform routine and complex surgical procedures including (but not limited to) spays/neuters, abdominal exploratory, and mass removals. Perform routine and complex dental procedures including full dental examination, evaluation of dental radiographs, as well as simple and complex extractions and oral surgical procedures. Develop treatment plans for patients undergoing day hospitalization based on complete problem-based assessment. Communicate effectively with referral hospitals to ensure continuity of patient care. Disseminate knowledge throughout staff to improve level of care and communication. Mentor and coach hospital veterinarians to drive continuous improvement in clinical skills, client communication, team collaboration and standard of care. Conduct regular review of electronic medical records of hospital veterinarians regarding patient decisions and provide feedback and direction as a means to elevate patient care.

Qualifications: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or foreign equivalent and 1 year of experience as a Veterinarian.

Licensure requirements: Active New York Veterinarian License without contingencies or ability to obtain by start date.

Applicants must have demonstrated experience with the following:

• 1 year of experience performing anesthesia and routine surgeries including but not limited to: canine and feline spays, neuters, mass removals, and dentals.
• performing physical examinations, diagnosing and treating diseases, and providing preventive care according to patient signalment, lifestyle, and environment.
• communicating treatment plans and exam findings to clients in a clear and compassionate manner.
• medical record documentation.

Any and all experience may be gained concurrently.

CONTACT: Individuals interested in applying for the position may email a resume with Job #RM0904 to [e-mail].

The pay range(s) below are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

$137,280 - $219,440 /year. Exact rate of pay will be based on position, location, and experience level.

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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.

The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.

$137,280.00 - $219,440.00

/ year

For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO -see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits

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