Veterinarian Medical Leader

Petco
Harwood Heights, IL

Want to help pets live their best lives?
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

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.

About Petco:

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.

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

  • Competitive salary
  • 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
  • Flexible schedule options
  • 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
  • Pet bereavement

Career Growth

  • No noncompetes for veterinarians we hire
  • No sales quotas on wellness plans
  • $3500 paid CE for full-time veterinarians
  • 100% DEA reimbursement
  • Subject Matter Expert training in dentistry, dermatology, and nutrition
  • Mentorship available
  • Medical leadership and business training
  • Career advancement opportunities

The pay ranges outlined below are presented in accordance with state-specific regulations. These ranges may differ in other areas and could be subject to variation based on regulatory minimum wage requirements. Actual pay rates will depend on factors such as position, location, level of experience, and applicable state or local minimum wage laws. If the regulatory minimum wage exceeds the minimum indicated in the pay range below, the regulatory minimum wage will be the minimum rate applied.

Salary Range: $110,760.00 - $177,320.00

Hourly or Salary Range will be reflected above. 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.

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Posted 2026-06-15

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