Senior Associate Veterinarian - Full-Service Care & Leadership

Petco; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Veterinarian for its Vetco Total Care hospital team to lead animal health care, including anesthesia, surgeries, diagnostics, and preventive care. You will deliver compassionate client service while mentoring staff.

You will perform spays/neuters, dental procedures, and daily patient management in a collaborative hospital setting. A DVM and valid state license with DEA/USDA credentials as applicable are required.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited school.
• Active licensure as a veterinarian in the state without contingencies.
• Current DEA license and, if applicable, Controlled Substance License.
• USDA accreditation (minimum) or ability to obtain within two months.
• Comfort with anesthesia and routine surgeries (dental, spays/neuters).
• Strong communication and teamwork; ability to work with clients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care through examinations, diagnoses, and preventive care.
• Perform routine and complex surgeries including spays/neuters and dental procedures.
• Develop treatment plans for day-hospitalized patients and coordinate with referral hospitals.
• Participate in rounds and share knowledge to improve care and communication.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and contribute to a collaborative hospital environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Compassionate care

Telephone skills

Computer skills

Willing to learn

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

AVMA-accredited school

Job description

Petco is seeking a Veterinarian for its Vetco Total Care hospital team to lead animal health care, including anesthesia, surgeries, diagnostics, and preventive care. You will deliver compassionate client service while mentoring staff.

You will perform spays/neuters, dental procedures, and daily patient management in a collaborative hospital setting. A DVM and valid state license with DEA/USDA credentials as applicable are required.