Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Burke, VA

Join Our Growing Team at Burke Animal Clinic

Veterinary Assistant - Multiple Openings
📍 Location: 6307 Lee Chapel Road, Burke, VA 22015
🕐 Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time | Weekday & Weekend Rotations
💵 Pay Range: $16.50–$20.00 per hour

Who we are:

At Burke Animal Clinic, we’re proud to provide exceptional, progressive veterinary care to the Burke, VA community. For over 30 years, our practice has served as a trusted neighborhood partner for pet owners—delivering compassionate care with a family-owned feel and modern medicine mindset.

We are a busy, fast-paced general practice offering everything from diagnostics to dentistry, wellness to surgery. With our current growth and expansion in services, we’re excited to add multiple Veterinary Assistants to our vibrant team. Join a clinic where work feels fun, flexibility is real, and your contribution is valued.

Why Work for Us:

• Work where people love to be – We enjoy a fun, supportive, team-centered atmosphere
• Flexible scheduling options – We offer multiple shifts and aim for rotating weekends

• Annual Merit Raises - performance assessed annually and typically 2.5-3% of salary when levels of expectations are met

• Diverse learning opportunities – From hands-on training to vendor networking and lunch-and-learns

• On-the-job growth – Annual wage reviews, advancement opportunities, and mentorship
• Perks and practical benefits – Vouchers for scrubs and merch, paid volunteer time, and a strong community focus
• A culture you can feel – We encourage you to visit to experience the authentic, welcoming vibe firsthand

Who You Are:

• An experienced Veterinary Assistant confident in preforming SQ injections, blood draws and radiographs.
• Able to work Sunday - Tuesday + Thursday
• Reliable, honest, communicative, and ready to pitch in wherever needed
• A team player who takes initiative and works well in a playful, supportive environment
• Willing to grow with the team and be a part of a community that values light-heartedness and professionalism alike

What You’ll Do:

• Provide hands-on support for veterinary care including:
  • Restraint, preparing vaccines, filling medications, assisting in exams and with x-rays
  • Drawing blood, processing in-house labs, surgical prep, and nail trims
  • Assisting with client communication and entering charges accurately
• Help maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and patient care throughout the facility
• Mentor less-experienced team members when needed
• Participate in team meetings, CE opportunities, and collaborative learning
• Contribute to a positive work culture through dependability, flexibility, and humor

Why joining our Community is the way to go:
Burke Animal Clinic is proud to be part of the Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) family—a growing network of over 140 locally led hospitals across 18 states. At CVP, we champion local leadership and clinical autonomy while offering our teams the tools, training, and support to thrive. We are building something lasting: a trusted community where veterinary professionals feel seen, supported, and empowered to lead.

What are the benefits of the CVP Community?

• A growing community of 140+ hospitals in 18 states
• Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities
• Generous PTO, paid parental leave, and holiday pay
• Health, dental, vision, and mental health support (24/7 access)
• Best-in-class onboarding, mentorship, and leadership development
• Free RACE-approved CE platform, including VA and tech-specific content
• 401K with employer match
• Scrub and merch vouchers, lunch & learns, and vendor networking
• Incentive programs recognizing team contributions to great care
• Generous pet care discounts at all CVP locations
• Opportunities for internal growth across the CVP network

Let’s Build Something Great Together
If you're looking for a clinic where your personality, skills, and goals matter, Burke Animal Clinic is your next home. Come grow with us in an environment where flexibility, fun, and professionalism go hand in hand.

CVP does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.