# Associate Veterinarian

Hiring organization: [Petco](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/petco)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/5121489d-64a9-4a04-8d58-2cacf8f785bc

Listed on Petco's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Location: Lake Zurich, IL
- Salary: 83700 – 177700 USD per year

## Summary

A full-service veterinarian role at Petco's Vetco Total Care hospitals, responsible for comprehensive patient care including exams, surgery, and dentistry. This suits experienced vets who want to practice high-quality medicine within a structured corporate environment with modern equipment and supportive leadership.

_Our summary, not Petco's wording._

## Skills named

Dental Procedures

## Required

- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from AVMA-accredited school
- Active veterinary license in state of employment
- Current DEA license
- Current Controlled Substance License if applicable in state
- USDA Category I accreditation or completion within two months of hire
- Proficiency with canine and feline spays, neuters, mass removals, and dental procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Compassionate and professional demeanor under stress
- Telephone and computer skills

## Nice to have

- Willingness to learn new techniques and treatments
- Openness to creative ideas and organizational change

Apply on Petco's site: https://petco.wd504.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/0645---Lake-Zurich-IL/Associate-Veterinarian_R341435-1