Hospital Veterinarian
Company: Petco
Location: Englewood
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together
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$75,660 - $161,200/Year
Signing Bonus and/or Relocation Assistance Available!
Position Purpose:
The purpose of this patient-focused Veterinarian position
inherently involves providing excellent veterinary care to our
Vetco Total Care full-service hospital patients and phenomenal
customer care to their owners. The Veterinarian represents the
mission and values to all clients. Our Veterinarian sets the tone
within the technical and customer support staff in the hospital,
and is responsible, like all team members, for fostering cohesion
and motivation within the team.
All hospital staff are responsible for performing their duties in a
way that creates an environment in which:
The patient's needs always come first;
Every team member understands that they have the power to do what
it takes to create an exceptional customer and patient
experience;
Contentious issues are dealt with and resolved as they occur when
possible, or as soon as is possible;
Exceptional teamwork and commitment to shared goals benefits the
entire organization.
Essential Job Functions: Listed are the essential duties and
responsibilities that are required of this position. This section
includes the primary accountabilities or duties of the job. The
incumbent must be able to perform all the following duties and
responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation:
Provide excellent patient care by performing physical examinations,
diagnosing and treating diseases, and providing preventive care
according to patient lifestyle and location on feline and canine
patients.
Utilize a problem-based approach that includes developing a
complete problem list for every patient examined, a complete list
of differential diagnoses for each problem identified, a 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 the medical record in a
concise and detail fashion, according to practice convention.
Perform routine and complex surgical procedures including (but not
limited) 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. Transition patients to
overnight care as needed and communicate effectively with referral
hospitals in order to ensure continuity of patient care.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate in rounds as incoming or exiting doctor at beginning
and end of shifts
Disseminate knowledge throughout staff in order to improve the
level of care provided by all, to both the patient and the
client
Performs additional duties as assigned
Nature of Supervision:
In all activities related to the care of individual patients, the
incumbent will take direct supervision from the Regional/Area
Medical Director. The Veterinarian has discretion related to
decisions regarding patient care, however it is imperative that the
Veterinarian uphold the standards set forth in the Petco Veterinary
SOPs. The Veterinarian should expect to receive direction and
guidance based on electronic medical record review from the
Regional/Area Medical Director regarding patient decisions and
should accept such feedback as a means to elevate patient care in
our hospital.
All hospital veterinarians should work together in a collegial
fashion and are expected to behave in a professional and personable
manner.
Impact:
This position will impact the organization by contributing to the
growth of a productive practice while focusing on a high-quality
standard of care. From an overall hospital organizational
standpoint, this position in critical to ensuring that we have a
cohesive, well-trained, and motivated team. The desired end result
is the creation of an optimal environment that ensures employee
retention, patient well-being, and customer satisfaction.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, however,
as stated above the Veterinarian is a de facto leader in the
hospital.
Work Environment:
The majority of job duties are conducted in the Vetco Total Care
veterinary full-service hospital. Position requires bending,
kneeling, lifting (up to 30 pounds, as necessary), and standing for
long periods of time. A large amount of this partner's time will be
spent in direct contact with clients and their pets.
Contacts:
This position will regularly communicate with clients, veterinary
specialists, and companies that provide products and/or services
that the practice utilizes
Education/Experience:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited
veterinary school or its equivalent
Active licensure as a veterinarian without contingencies in the
state in which the hospital is located or ability to obtain by
start date
Current DEA license
Current Controlled Substance License, if applicable, in state in
which the hospital is located or ability to obtain by start
date
USDA Category I Accreditation or completion within two months of
hire date.
Must be comfortable performing anesthesia and routine surgeries
including but not limited to: canine and feline spays, neuters,
mass removals, and dentals
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be compassionate and sympathetic, and be able to maintain a
professional attitude and demeanor during emotional and stressful
situations
Must have telephone and computer skills
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques and
treatments, offer creative ideas, and accept change
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 range(s) below are provided in compliance with state
specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.
$79,170.00 - $169,000.00
Exact rate of pay will be based on position, location, and
experience level.
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