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Job Description Petco Veterinary Services offers relief veterinarians the chance to work in two distinct settings: Vetco Vaccination Clinics and Vetco Total Care full-service veterinary hospitals. In both environments, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of pets every day. As a relief veterinarian with Petco, you'll enjoy flexible online scheduling, allowing you to choose shifts that work best for your lifestyle. There's no minimum or maximum number of shifts required, and we offer a variety of weekday and weekend hours to fit your needs. You also have the freedom to set your own rate for each shift, ensuring you have control over your compensation. Continue practice activities outside of Petco shifts and enjoy NO agency fees! Our appointment-based model helps manage patient flow and ensures you're able to leave on time, while our trained, experienced staff handles the operations, letting you focus on providing the best care possible. Stay up to date with important clinic news, policy updates, and product announcements through our monthly newsletter. And as a bonus, enjoy a 15% discount on all Petco products and services, perfect for treating your own pets. What's the difference between Vetco Vaccination Clinics and Vetco Total Care Hospitals? Vetco Vaccination Clinics: These clinics focus on basic wellness checks, vaccinations, heartworm testing, and microchip placement. We do not offer surgeries, emergency, or illness care. Our locations are primarily within Petco stores, with a few housed in advanced mobile van units. Vetco Total Care: These full-service veterinary hospitals offer a complete range of services, from preventive care and diagnostic workups to outpatient surgeries and dental procedures. Our hospitals are equipped with digital dental X-rays, Butterfly IQ+ Vet ultrasound imaging, and fully equipped surgery suites, including heated hydraulic surgery tables, full anesthesia monitoring, and more. Licensed and trained hospital staff ensure the highest standards of care, with no overnight or emergency on-call shifts. Requirements • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine state license in good standing, • Appropriate state-specific licensing to perform all shift functions including the ability to perform blood draws & administer vaccines, • DEA in good standing required for full-service Vetco Total Care hospital relief shifts, • Ability to provide Professional Liability Insurance + license defense policy, • Compliance with all local state and federal mandates Ready to Make a Difference? Vetco Vaccination Clinics and Vetco Total Care full-service hospitals provide access to high-quality veterinary care in 48 states. Help us continue providing exceptional care to pets across the country. Explore available locations for relief shifts and discover where you can make an impact. Together, we're making pet healthcare better. Send an email or schedule a call directly with one of our Talent Advisors to learn more! Explore all open shift locations on the Vetco Clinics website. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Job Title: Associate Veterinarian Job Description Aeries Recruiting partners with privately owned veterinary practices across the United States that are actively seeking Associate Veterinarians to join their teams. We work with a wide range of hospitals, from established multi-doctor practices to growing clinics looking to add additional medical support. Many of these practices offer modern equipment, strong technician support, and collaborative environments where doctors can focus on practicing high-quality medicine. If you're exploring new opportunities — or simply curious about what options may exist in your preferred area — we would be happy to connect and share details on practices that align with your goals. Typical Responsibilities Responsibilities vary by hospital but commonly include: • Wellness and preventive care, • Internal medicine and case management, • Routine soft tissue surgery (spays, neuters, etc.), • Dentistry and oral health procedures, • Client communication and education, • Collaboration with technicians and support staff Veterinarian Qualifications • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited institution, • Active veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure, • Strong interest in practicing high-quality medicine Compensation & Benefits Compensation and benefits vary depending on the practice but may include: • Competitive base salary, • Production bonus opportunities, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, • 401(k) with employer match, • Continuing education allowance and paid CE days, • Professional dues and licensing reimbursement, • Uniform allowance, • Paid time off, • Employee pet discounts, • Flexible scheduling and work-life balance, • Mentorship and career growth opportunities How to Apply If you're open to hearing about new opportunities — or simply want to learn more about what is available in your preferred location — please send your resume to: All applications are reviewed confidentially. We will discuss your location preferences, career goals, and compensation expectations before introducing you to any practices. About Aeries Recruiting Aeries Recruiting partners with privately owned veterinary practices across the United States to help connect them with experienced veterinarians and veterinary professionals. Aeries Recruiting is an equal opportunity recruiter. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Job Description Join our close-knit team in providing high-quality, compassionate companion animal care to our local community. Great opportunity to work in a supportive rural clinic where you will interact with clients daily, assist with diverse medical cases, and continuously expand your clinical skill set. Key Responsibilities • Assist veterinarians with patient exams, preventative care, and active medical cases., • Connect directly with clients to welcome patients, discuss treatment plans, and provide pet health education., • Support surgical procedures, including preparation and monitoring for routine and non-routine operations., • Assist with dental procedures, prophylactic care, and general patient recovery., • Maintain accurate medical records and assist in keeping the clinic clean, organized, and safe. Qualifications & Skills • Passion for small town / rural veterinary care., • Eagerness to learn, build clinical skills, and collaborate in a team environment., • Strong communication skills and a friendly, professional approach with clients., • Prior experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician is preferred, but motivated candidates willing to train are encouraged to apply.

Job Description Required for this position: The ability to follow directions with and without supervision; the ability to lift objects or pets of at least 50lbs; the ability to control large, anxious, or angry pets; the ability to recognize certain behaviors in animals; the ability to learn and understand medical terminology and procedures; the ability to admit or ask questions when a task is unclear; the ability to show leadership towards other techs, assistants, and volunteers; ability to adapt to the needs and styles of other technicians and doctors; the ability to work with computers and other office equipment; the ability to spell, alphabetize, and perform basic mathematics; and the ability to provide exceptional customer service. Persons to report to: Practice Manager and Associate Veterinarian. Task Descriptions: As a veterinary technician, your job entails several important aspects of our clinic; animal care and treatment, customer service, and clinic cleanliness. Animal Care and Treatment Responsibilities - restraint; blood draws; setting IV catheters (in multiple areas); vaccine preparation; TPRs; setting up x-ray and taking difficult films; troubleshooting and correcting poor x-ray films; subcutaneous, intravenous, and intramuscular injections; fecal, fungal, urinalysis, cytology, culture and histopathology preparation; reading fecal, cytology, fungal, urine and blood smear samples; in- house lab tests (including heartworm tests, in house chemistry panels & CBCs); outside lab preparation; culture preparation; toe nail trims; ear cleanings; anal gland expressions; placing urinary catheters; suture removals; applying minor bandages; troubleshoot and maintain anesthesia machines; critical care monitoring; maintaining emergency kit; bladder expression for urine samples; skin scrapes (with doctor direction); corneal staining, Schirmer tear tests; anesthesia induction (with doctor direction); intubation and extubation; enemas; minor bathing; mathematics (including % solutions, mEq in solution, manual drip rates); sterilization of surgical equipment; maintenance of autoclave; changing O2 tanks; surgical patient monitoring during minor (dentals, spays, neuters) and major (pyometras, exploratory, GDV) procedures; assistance of doctor during major surgical procedures (including scrubbing and gowning in); cleaning, polishing and charting teeth during dental prophylaxis; extracting minor teeth (with doctor approval); maintaining inventory; maintaining surgery, controlled drug and x-ray logs; maintaining supply order board; knowledge of fluids and rates; knowledge of drugs, dosages and their usages; always maintaining a high standard of patient care; and assisting the other technicians and doctors in any way asked to do so. Customer Service Responsibilities - assisting receptionist in answering phones; taking and passing messages on to appropriate staff member; minor (puppy/kitten, heartworm talks) and major (subQ fluid demonstration, reasons for not filling prescriptions, blood testing) client education; invoicing and checking out clients; prepping client and exam rooms for doctor; obtaining appropriate patient history; filing and maintaining charts correctly; appropriate record keeping; knowledge of computer system; filling prescriptions; prepping electronic charts; preparing rabies; health and other certificates for clients; checking in surgeries, drop offs, and procedure patients; discussing procedure quotes with owners; discharging surgery and procedure patients; calling owners with normal bloodwork results; assisting in client-present euthanasia’s; assisting clients with multiple pets or large purchases; providing information for over-the-counter, prescription food, and nutritional products; maintaining compassion, sympathy and professionalism during high-stress situations. Clinic Cleanliness Responsibilities - vacuuming; mopping; changing garbage; dusting; stocking exam rooms; following daily, weekly and monthly task lists; changing cold sterile trays; filtering cytology stains; cleaning surgical instruments; cleaning surgery table and trays; cleaning and maintaining all sinks; maintaining lab equipment (including CBC machine, blood machine and microscope); maintaining litter boxes and hospitalized cats; laundry; kennel cleaning; proper dilutions for cleaning solutions; maintaining cleaning supplies; cleaning windows and doors; replenishing supplies (including paper towels, garbage bags, air fresheners); cleaning kitchen/break area; knowledge of patient isolation protocols; and overall maintenance (both inside and outside the hospital) of the sights, smells and sounds of the hospital. **This is by no means a complete list. Some tasks may be assigned to a specific staff member to complete. Some tasks may be added or removed from this list as deemed necessary for the safety and well-being of our patients. Emergency Situations: During an emergency situation, the veterinary technician's job is to help the patient with chest compressions, mechanical breathing, and act as the "Drug Pusher" alongside other technicians should the doctor give the orders. The ability to place an IV catheter unaided and performing the emergency duties of a veterinary assistant (should one be unavailable) are also required. This requires a strong knowledge of how to perform CPR, knowing the signs of impending cardiac and respiratory arrest, and the different routes to give emergency drugs (including blood products), as well as the ability to respond calmly and quickly, especially with clients. Opportunities for Growth: There are several areas of potential growth as a veterinary technician in our Clinic. By demonstrating the desire to perform and/or learn additional tasks, this position can be upgraded to Head Technician or Manager should the position become available. These are just a few tasks that we feel would demonstrate the desire of a certified veterinary technician to learning and growing more in our clinic: setting and maintaining jugular (long) catheters; knowing protocols for several different emergency situations; being proficient in providing critical care monitoring; being proficient in understanding body systems, their diseases, and how their treatment will affect the outcome; knowledge of transfusion medicine; being proactive in putting together treatment plans (including type of fluids, medication doses) alongside the doctors; ability to read cytology’s and blood smears; ability to perform more difficult mathematics; showing strong leadership and training abilities towards other staff members; loyalty towards hospital and dependable in emergencies; and absolute confidence in required skills and duties. How this position is part of the team: By assisting the doctors, we can maintain the high standard of care for our patients that is extremely important. Utilizing our skills for patient treatments, client phone calls and client education gives the doctors the opportunity to diagnose and care for more patients. Every aspect of the patient's care rolls over into customer service as well. By educating our clients, we can give them the opportunity to provide optimum care for the life of their pet. Serving the clients beyond their expectations with our animal care, customer service, and clinic cleanliness will enable us to forge strong bonds with our clients and their pets.

Rover pet sitters and dog walkers provide pet care services such as dog walking, drop-in visits, feeding pets, refilling water, cleaning litter boxes, picking up waste, providing companionship, and overnight pet sitting when requested. Workers communicate with pet owners by sending updates and photos and manage their own schedules and service rates through the Rover platform. Earnings are typically equivalent to $15–$25+ per hour, but workers set their own rates and may earn additional income through tips and holiday bookings. Benefits include flexible scheduling, the ability to set your own rates, customer tips, holiday booking bonuses, and the ability to operate independently as a pet care provider.

Petersen Pet Hospital is hiring a full-time Vet Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced veterinarians, skilled technicians, and devoted support staff to ensure each animal receives the best possible care during their stay with us. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and excited about helping us maintain our high standards of animal care and customer service, we would love to hear from you! What to Expect: As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with: • All the benefits you deserve medical, dental, vision, retirementplus an employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too., • Paid time off- Catch your breath with paid holidays and PTO. Take the time you need to recharge, • 401(k) with a generous company We invest in your future while you care for our pets today. Salary: From $14 an hour Schedule: 36-40 hours per week, including every other Saturday Key Responsibilities: • Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries, • Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately, • Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces, • Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples, • Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian, • Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed, • Maintain accurate medical records, • Communicate with pet owners about their pets' care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits, • Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment Qualifications: • Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting preferred, • Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment preferred, • Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately preferred About Petersen Pet Hospital Petersen Pet Hospital in Hiawatha, Iowa is a beautiful, progressive, 8 doctor small animal practice. We are AAHA Accredited, Fear Free, pocket pet friendly upscale practice with an old-fashioned ethic of kindness, quality and caring. Our doctors and team are dedicated to making a visit to our practice a low stress event for our patients and their owners and our client testimonials attest to our success. Led by Dr. Petersen, Dr. Saunders and Dr. McGinty, our veterinarians are well educated and experienced. Most of all, they simply love animals. They are backed by a skilled support team that is friendly and enthusiastic.

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