Additionally, through the guidance of Petco Veterinary Hospital Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), they will ensure our hospitals practice a high standard of quality medicine and provide excellent ...

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Additionally, through the guidance of Petco Veterinary Hospital Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), they will ensure our hospitals practice a high standard of quality medicine and provide excellent ...
Additionally, through the guidance of Petco Veterinary Hospital Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), they will ensure our hospitals practice a high standard of quality medicine and provide excellent ...
Additionally, through the guidance of Petco Veterinary Hospital Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), they will ensure our hospitals practice a high standard of quality medicine and provide excellent ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Hospital Veterinarian
Watauga, TX · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Hospital Veterinarian
Watauga, TX · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Hospital Veterinarian
Cedar Hill, TX · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Hospital Veterinarian
Cedar Hill, TX · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Hospital Veterinarian
Mansfield, TX · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Hospital Veterinarian
Mansfield, TX · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Hospital Veterinarian
Watauga, TX · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Hospital Veterinarian
Watauga, TX · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Lake Zurich, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Lake Zurich, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Chicago, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Chicago, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Lake Zurich, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Lake Zurich, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Chicago, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Chicago, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Norridge, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Associate Veterinarian
Norridge, IL · On-site
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Part Time Flex Veterinarian
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
... the Petco Veterinary SOPs. The Veterinarian should expect to receive direction and guidance based on electronic medical record review from the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director ...
Part Time Flex Veterinarian
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
... the Petco Veterinary SOPs. The Veterinarian should expect to receive direction and guidance based on electronic medical record review from the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director ...
Part-Time Flex Veterinarian
Manhattan, NY · On-site
... the Petco Veterinary SOPs. The Veterinarian should expect to receive direction and guidance based on electronic medical record review from the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director ...
Part-Time Flex Veterinarian
Manhattan, NY · On-site
... the Petco Veterinary SOPs. The Veterinarian should expect to receive direction and guidance based on electronic medical record review from the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
We're focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what's good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco. At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals, our veterinarian ...
Petco Jobs Information
What is it like to work at Petco?
What makes Petco an attractive place to work?
Do workers at Petco get paid breaks?
77% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Does Petco pay people when they’re sick?
80% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 83 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
At Petco, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?
55% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Are part-time workers able to get health insurance from Petco?
61% of people who work fewer than 30 hours a week say they can’t get health insurance
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and March 2025.
Do part-time workers get paid time off at Petco?
78% of people who work part-time say they get paid time off
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Is the health insurance from Petco affordable enough for their workers?
82% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 110 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
Do people get paid time off at Petco?
92% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?
- 28% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
- 45% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
- 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
- 5% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do workers at Petco worry about hours?
45% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
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Do Petco workers get to choose the shifts they work?
47% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
How easy is it for Petco workers to change shifts?
49% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 144 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.
How easy is it to get time off at Petco?
36% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do Petco managers change schedules at the last minute?
37% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.
Do jobs at Petco spill into time workers aren’t paid for?
26% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
How easy is it to take sick days at Petco?
49% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
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76% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.
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45% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
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Do people at Petco feel treated with respect by their managers?
69% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
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Do people at Petco get to take their breaks without interruption?
69% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
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Is it stressful to work at Petco?
72% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
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Do people at Petco enjoy their jobs?
73% of people report they enjoy their job.
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Do people at Petco recommend working with their team?
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
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Do people get enough training when they start at Petco?
46% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
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Do people get support to advance at Petco?
In the last year, 49% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 78 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do people think Petco’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?
90% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.
Do workers feel well informed about how Petco is doing?
64% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and August 2026.

Other
Medical, Retirement, PTO
Posted 28 days ago
Petco rating
5.7
Based on 637 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
458th of 732 rated retailers
Job description
Want to help pets live their best lives?
We're proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. 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 and people.
- Pet First - Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
- Foster the Fun - Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
- Let's Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
We're proud to be "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives for more than 60 years - from their favorite meals and toys, to trusted supplies and expert support from people who get it, because we live it. We believe in the universal truths of pet parenthood - the boundless boops, missing slippers, late night zoomies and everything in between. And we're here for it. Every tail wag, every vet visit, every step of the way. We are 29,000+ strong and together we nurture the pet-human bond in more than 1,500 Petco stores across the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. In 1999, we founded Petco Love. Together, we support thousands of local animal welfare groups nationwide and have helped find homes for approximately 7 million animals through in-store adoption events.
Position Purpose:
The purpose of this Area Medical Director position is to provide leadership, mentorship, and management to Petco owned full-service hospitals and its partners within the assigned area. The Area Medical Director is responsible for representing the mission and values while creating a positive culture, hiring and development of staff, driving hospital growth and delivering performance objectives. Additionally, through the guidance of Petco Veterinary Hospital Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), they will ensure our hospitals practice a high standard of quality medicine and provide excellent patient care and client service.
The Area Medical Director role is critical to ensuring that our hospitals provide a positive environment for staff, patients, and clients. All hospital staff is responsible for fostering 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
- 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:
- Lead and provide management to all hospitals in assigned area to drive hospital growth and deliver performance objectives
- Manage, develop, and provide mentorship to hospital veterinarians and hospital medical leaders through hands-on evaluation and coaching, as well as provide as needed medical support to any relief doctors who provide doctor services
- Provide In-hospital evaluation for improvement hospital flow and efficiencies
- Act as the primary medical point of contact for all Petco owned hospitals within assigned area and ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures and with local, state, and federal laws
- Oversee and assure hospital radiation safety, regular equipment maintenance, and compliance programs are compliant
- Partner with hospital DVMs and leaders to assure controlled substance compliance
- Ensure all Vetco Total Care hospitals uphold all Petco standards, mission, and values
- Partner with operational leadership to manage and support escalated client concerns, including but not limited to professional liability submissions and other escalated client concerns including the potential for small claims proceedings
- Monitor and report veterinarian adherence to medical standards in the Petco Veterinary Hospital Medical SOPs
- Review electronic medical records of direct reports regarding patient decisions and provide feedback and direction to associate veterinarians as a means to elevate patient care in our hospital
- Review and analyze key metrics to improve veterinarian production
- Ensure hospitals are maintaining a positive work environment that fosters efficiency, profitability, and partner retention
- Practice high quality medicine on an as needed
- In partnership with the Petco Talent Acquisition team, assist in the recruitment, interview, hiring, and onboarding process
- In partnership with the Regional Medical Director and Area Operation Manager, support and manage the performance of the hospitals, prepare operating and capital budgets, and meet financial objectives and budget expectations
- Frequently travel between area hospital locations with the potential of up to 20% of overnight travel (such as corporate office or conferences)
Other Duties and Responsibilities
1. Performs additional duties as assigned
2. Hold relevant permit and/or responsible veterinarian responsibilities as state requires and per business needs
3. Obtain and support individual hospitals with DEA registration responsibilities as required by the business
4. Obtain veterinary licensure in every state role has hospitals located
2. Disseminate knowledge throughout staff in order to improve the level of care provided to both the patient and the client
Nature of Supervision
The incumbent will take direct supervision from assigned Sr Regional Medical Director.
Planning and Problem Solving
Problem solving is at the heart of veterinary medicine, and it is expected that any successful candidate will possess excellent problem-solving skills that allow expeditious diagnosis of patient problems and thoroughness in contentious issues involving doctors or clients.
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 is 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 is considered the doctor in charge at all times while in the hospital. The Area Medical Director directly supervises all veterinarians within assigned region.
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 states in which the assigned hospitals are located or ability to obtain by start date
- Current DEA license
- Current Controlled Substance License, if applicable, in states in which the assigned hospitals are located or ability to obtain by start date
- USDA Category I Accreditation or completion within two months of hire date
- Valid Driver's license and clean driving record required
- At least 4 years of clinical practice experience
- Strong knowledge of medical operations including but not limited to assurance of medical quality, setting protocols to ensure compliance with Petco SOPs and the state veterinary practice act, driving regular team educational enhancement opportunities, advising and leading medical case discussions as necessary, and knowledge of equipment and formulary medical use and needs
- General understanding of business financials
- Candidate must possess excellent interpersonal, leadership, and conflict resolutions skills
- Ability to travel frequently between regional hospital locations with the potential of up to 20% of overnight travel
Preferences:
* Previous medical leadership experience preferably in a multi-unit setting.
Competencies:Completed by Total Rewards Department
Work Environment:
The majority of job duties are conducted in the area veterinary hospitals. 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.
For a more detailed overview of Petco Total Rewards, including health and financial benefits, 401K, incentives, and PTO - see https://careers.petco.com/us/en/key-benefits
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.
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Industry
Retail
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
San Diego, CA, US
Year founded
1965