Lead Veterinarian
Lead Veterinarian – Chewy Vet Care – Highlands Ranch, CO
At Chewy Vet Care, we’re changing the veterinary care experience from the ground up. It starts by crafting a culture and where veterinary teams can succeed every day. With the launch of our new veterinary practices, we are looking for a full-time Lead Veterinarian to join our Healthcare Practice Team. As a clinical team member, everyone has the opportunity to work in a practice crafted exclusively by veterinarians, equipped with advanced equipment and purpose-built technology so that they can practice their best medicine and focus on patient and pet parent care. We offer a customer- and team member-centric environment where, together, we deliver care that starts with a visit and lasts a lifetime.
As a Lead Veterinarian, the objective is to serve as a leader of our practice’s veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and assistants, setting the bar for providing high-level, proficient veterinary medical care and embodying the Chewy Vet Care culture to work collaboratively with the team and deliver the pet parent WOW experience. Hold all Team Members accountable to get results by being available, removing barriers and obstacles, facilitating change, and providing mentor/feedback related to performance. The Lead Veterinarian is responsible for implementing the outlined policies and procedures, applying integrated technology, and delivering consistent and appropriate medical care within the given skills.
Benefits Package
- Flexible scheduling (4x10s)
- High doctor to tech ratio
- Highly competitive base salary
- Industry’s best relocation package
- Yearly bonus structure
- Yearly Chewy equity vesting
- Amazing medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to fit your needs
- Company sponsored Life, Short term disability, and Long term disability
- Generous annual PTO and paid Holidays
- Family growth financial assistance
- Pet adoption reimbursement
- Paid parental leave and paid PAW-ternity leave
- Backup dependent care (children or pets)
- Annual CE allowance with days off to attend
- Professional development and mentorship assistance
- Paid Professional Dues and PLIT
- 401(k) options with match
- Personal pet discounts and Chewy.com discounts
- Plus more!
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Highlands Ranch, CO is a suburban community located just south of Denver, offering a blend of scenic beauty and modern convenience. Known for its well-planned neighborhoods, excellent schools, and abundant parks, it attracts families, young professionals, and retirees alike. The area boasts stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, and golf. With easy access to major highways and nearby attractions like the Denver Tech Center and downtown Denver, Highlands Ranch offers residents a quiet, suburban lifestyle while still being close to the urban amenities of Colorado's capital.
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Office Hours
M-Sat 8am-6pm
Our mission is clear - to become the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners, everywhere. This is an opportunity to join the industry leader that not only cares about what our team does, but what they need as people. We’ll provide competitive benefits, scheduling options that fit your lifestyle, and a collaborative work environment where you can unleash your full potential! Join the team that understands that caring for the pets we love starts with greater care for our veterinary Team Members. APPLY TODAY!
The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for 401k and a new hire and annual equity grant.
We offer different types of insurance and benefits, such as medical/Rx, vision, dental, life, disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident. We offer parental leave, family services benefits, backup dependent care, flexible spending accounts, telemedicine, pet adoption reimbursement, employee assistance program, and many discounts including 10% off pet insurance and 20% off at Chewy.com.
Exempt salary team members will be eligible for an annual PTO. Team members will receive six paid holidays per year. Team members may be eligible for paid sick and family leave in compliance with applicable state and local regulations.
Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact CAAR@chewy.com.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Pet-friendly Office
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Leave of Absence
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Company Equity
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Professional Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Unconscious Bias Training