Veterinarian - Fairfax, VA
Compensation
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Job Description
Who We Are
Merrifield Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited, small animal practice serving Fairfax, VA since the 1950s. We are seeking an experienced veterinarian to join our collaborative, experienced team. About the Practice
- We serve 100% small animal (dogs & cats)
- Standalone hospital with 4 exam rooms
- Recently renovated surgical, dental, and treatment areas
- Renovated Hospital in 2026!
Our hospital offers onsite boarding and Doggie Daycare with no on-call responsibilities, is supported by a long-tenured LVT, and a 2:1 assistant-to-doctor ratio, and includes an AAFP Cat Friendly Practitioner on staff.
Doctors see an average of approximately 15 patients per day with 30-minute appointments, allowing time for thorough, high-quality care. Notable services and equipment include digital general & dental radiology, brand-new ultrasound, cold laser therapy, separate dental and surgical suites, and holistic alternative care. Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- 4-day work week; every third Saturday (8:00am–4:00pm) with a weekday off
- Typical hours: 8:00am–5:00pm (one rotating 10:00am–7:00pm shift)
What's in It for You
What's in it For You? Vetcor offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, CE allowance, paid parental leave, and access to a vast network of veterinary professionals. We also offer mental health support, employee discounts, and a culture that truly values work-life balance. Ready to connect? Email Abby at acassier@vetcor.com!
Where We Are
About Fairfax, Virginia Fairfax, VA offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and urban access, located just outside Washington, D.C. The area features excellent schools, diverse dining, vibrant shopping districts like the Mosaic District, and abundant parks and trails—making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore year-round.
Key Responsibilities
The veterinarian will provide high-quality medical care to small animals, including dogs and cats, in a collaborative hospital environment. Responsibilities include performing surgeries, dental procedures, and diagnostic examinations while maintaining a 2:1 assistant-to-doctor ratio.
Requirements
The candidate must be an experienced veterinarian capable of managing approximately 15 patients per day. The role requires a commitment to high-quality care and the ability to work within a team-oriented, AAHA-accredited practice.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 92% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.9 / 10 · top 25% in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,085 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $150k (middle half $129k–$173k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Virginia index 101.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Virginia | 96 active | 3,113 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 92% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Virginia healthcare professional listings: 43% state a sign-on bonus (median $60k) · 12% offer loan repayment173 active listings, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Fairfax, VA at Merrifield Animal Hospital a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,085 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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- No call
- No weekends
About Merrifield Animal Hospital
Benefits & Perks
Living in Fairfax
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $683k
- Typical market rent
- $2,456/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 28 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 108.9
- State income tax
- Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.