Hospital Medical Leader

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.

We Invite You

Unleash your career .

We're a health and wellness company. Our mission is to improve the lives of pets, pet parents and each other .

Vetco Total Care Hospital Medical Leaders ensure the highest level of patient care and client experience, drive continuous improvement in clinical skills and cultivate a supportive, respectful, and collaborative work culture where all people feel welcome.

Hospital Medical Leaders review hospital P&L and partner with medical and operations field leaders to drive hospital performance, efficiency and exceptional care quality .

Vetco Total Care hospitals are fully equipped with the latest technology including cloud-based practice management and records software, digital and dental x-ray, Idexx , Butterfly iQ + handheld ultrasound, Vetology Radiograph Interpretation AI, VMED Vet-Dop2 Doppler Blood Pressure System and VETSCAN IMAGYST enabling you and your team to deliver the highest standards of care. This includes routine , diagnostic and complex procedures including (but not limited to) radiographs and ultrasounds, dental extractions and prophylaxis, spays/neuters, abdominal exploratory, and mass removals.

You will grow as a practitioner and a leader with paid continued education and leadership training. With the freedom to practice true autonomous medicine, you will utilize all your experience and skills and continue to learn.

You will build relationships with pet parents and model respect and empathy.

You will enjoy the support of local medical directors and a team of licensed and trained veterinary technicians and assistants . Plus, flexible schedules, open time off, zero noncompetes and no on-call shifts ensure you enjoy your life outside of work .

We Support You

Financial Wellbeing

401(K) and company match

Production and quarterly bonuses

Sign-on and relocation bonuses for many roles

Generous discounts in store, grooming, training, hospital services - plus travel, entertainment, insurance, and fitness perks

Opportunity to invest in stock options and receive stock shares/ LTI

Work-Life Sustainability

Open- and paid- time off with no negative accruals

No on-call, no late nights or overnights

Health & Wellness Support

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and mental health insurance and resources for you and your loved ones

Fertility and family-planning assistance

Paid parental leave

No noncompetes for veterinarians we hire

No sales quotas on wellness plans

$3500 paid CE for full-time veterinarians

Subject Matter Expert training in dentistry, dermatology, and nutrition

Medical leadership and business training

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For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see

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.