Senior Associate Veterinarian — Full‑Service Pet Care

Petco; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 95,600 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and financial benefits

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

Petco is looking for a dedicated Veterinarian to join their Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals in Cerritos, California. This position emphasizes high-quality patient care and involves responsibilities such as diagnosing diseases, performing surgeries, and maintaining thorough medical records.

The ideal candidate will hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and an active veterinary license in California. Strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and a compassionate demeanor are vital. This role offers progressive veterinary care within a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Active licensure as a veterinarian in California without contingencies.
• Must be able to perform routine surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care by diagnosing and treating animals.
• Perform routine and complex surgical procedures.
• Document patient observations and treatment plans.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Compassionate and sympathetic demeanor

Team player

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree

Active veterinary license

Current DEA license

Job description

Petco is looking for a dedicated Veterinarian to join their Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals in Cerritos, California. This position emphasizes high-quality patient care and involves responsibilities such as diagnosing diseases, performing surgeries, and maintaining thorough medical records.

The ideal candidate will hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and an active veterinary license in California. Strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and a compassionate demeanor are vital. This role offers progressive veterinary care within a supportive team atmosphere.