The Cooke Veterinary Medical Center

09/17/2024

We don’t let our patients wake up from surgery without a friend (or 3) close by. Dr. Cronin took very good care of this handsome fella during, and after, surgery. This is why we don’t schedule surgeries one after another. Because we want each and every patient to get the attention that they deserve.

We love what we do, and we love who we do it for. We aren’t known as “the place for healing” for no reason!! ❤️🐾

09/06/2024

This is Canine Cognitive Dysfunction in one picture.

Rudy can’t figure out how to come inside. Once he saw BooBoo come in, he followed her lead.

09/04/2024

🎉Opportunity alert🎉
We are searching for a Full Time Veterinary Assistant to join the Cooke Vet team.

Qualifications:
- Individual must be energetic, compassionate, welcoming, positive, and enjoy interfacing with both clients and pets.
- An extraordinary attention to detail in caring for our clients' and patients' needs is a must
- The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal care and possess knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures
- Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and ability to work well in a team environment
- At least two years of experience in veterinary medicine is required. Training through a Veterinary Assistant program is preferred, but not required.
- Ability to work with the public effectively
- Ability to maintain composure in high stress situations
- Animal handling experience including patient restraint, sample collection, and monitoring
- Self-directed, and also willing to receive direction and coaching

Benefits:
- Compensation is very competitive; based on skills and experience (minimum of $16.00/hour)
- Premium level health insurance paid for 100% by employer
- Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance paid for 100% by employer
- Dental insurance offered
- Vision insurance offered
- Matching 401K
- Free professional investment counseling
- Flexible schedule
- 4-day work week
- No nights or holidays worked, and, we are only open ½ day one Saturday each month
- Paid holidays
- Employee pet care discount
- Bonuses
- Professional development support
- Paid time off
- Scrub allowance
- Mental Health programs offered

Pay:
Minimum of $16.00 per hour but higher depending on level of experience.

Veterinary Assistant Duties may include but not limited to:
- Assisting with taking x-rays
- Loading exam rooms and obtaining a medical history
- Setting up and performing in-clinic tests such as f***l analysis, snap tests and urinalysis
- Filling Prescriptions
- Performing Venipuncture
- Making recommendations to clients for wellness care
- Individual is responsible for assisting the doctors in rooms with patients
- Responsible for keeping the exam rooms and lab and treatment areas clean and stocked

Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)

Why work here?
Simply put, it’s different here! We are a locally and women owned business that is committed to staying that way. We have been serving this community since 2002 and have a long standing and steadily growing client base. Dr. Denette Cooke opened The Cooke Veterinary Medical Center in 2002 and designed the facility to be patient, employee and client friendly. While no medicine or treatment is always 100%, our commitment of utilizing a multi-modal approach of medical treatments certainly does work better than any individual approach on its own- from the newest Western advancement of surgical techniques or new medications and technology, to ancient evidence-based medicine such as acupuncture, food therapies, chiropractic manipulation, massage, and herbals. Simply put, we provide the treatment options that are best for the patient and the client. Our doctors are well versed in both Eastern and Western medicine and we have invested in cutting edge technology to assist our staff in providing world class treatment and care. We do all of this while maintaining a healthy, fun and vibrant culture and encourage work life balance for our staff. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and everything that we do begins with recruiting and retaining the top talents and skills in our area, and investing into them from the moment they join the team and throughout their career with us. We have extremely low turnover and we invest heavily back into our staff. As we grow, you grow.

We are located at 1520 Volvo Parkway,
Chesapeake, Virginia 23320

If you wish to be considered please forward your resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

08/30/2024

We will be closed on Monday September 2nd in observation of Labor Day. We wish all of you a safe and enjoyable holiday.

We will resume normal operating hours on Tuesday September 3rd.

08/26/2024

As if it’s ONLY 1 day!!!! Around here, every single day is dog day (and cat day), as it should be!

We love and celebrate our fur covered friends every single day of the year. But we think today an extra treat or two wouldn’t hurt!! 🤗😉🐾🐾

08/20/2024

Hey everybody, when you see this smiling face next time send some congratulations her way!!! She has been helping to keep the Cooke Vet engine running smoothly for 15 years now and we would not want to do it without her!!

Kim is respected, treasured and loved by all of us here at Cooke Vet and we know you guys love her too. Kim, thank you for your dedication to this place of healing and for keeping us all smiling. We appreciate you so very much.

08/11/2024

Can you believe this baby was found in a truck engine 😳???

Isn’t she beautiful !!!!❤️❤️❤️

08/07/2024

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07/30/2024

Don’t forget your self care! Just a PSA!

07/18/2024

Staff Zen lounge ❤️❤️❤️

07/14/2024

https://dogagingproject.org

I enrolled my baby Oliver for this life long study. It involves answering questions about your dog's health and sharing veterinary information as they age. It is a pretty simple process and the goal is to increase canine health and longevity.

With this data over time, it is thought it will help human health and longevity as well.

Check it out!! Who doesn't want dogs to live longer??!!!!

Join the Dog Aging Project for a healthier future for dogs and humans.

07/12/2024

Our ‘healing Zen lounge’ !!! That is Rudy’s Left Adrenal gland.

07/03/2024

The Cooke Veterinary Medical Center will be closed on Thursday, July 4th. All of us extend heartfelt wishes for a happy, safe and joy filled 4th of July.

07/03/2024

Please remember that for some, fireworks are NOT the least bit festive. For some, they are torture. Be mindful of your pets and others that truly suffer through these events.

07/02/2024

Chesapeake Fireworks are Wednesday July 3rd at 9:30. Prep the Pups!!!

06/29/2024

Today is the Grand Re-Opening!!!!

1p to 3p

Stop by to say hello, take a tour behind the scenes, eat some yummy (human) treats and
look at some cool diagnostic equipment!

06/26/2024

The new sign is all in !! ❤️❤️❤️ the new vibe!!!

06/25/2024

Grand Re-Opening this Saturday 1p to 3p. We have goodies for the (human) kiddos!

Stop by and see the completed remodel, and take a peek behind the scenes of our place of healing.

06/24/2024

Now I'm a believer! hahah

06/23/2024

Old Age Is Not a Disease!!
Go Rudy, Go!!

06/20/2024

While Mr. Marvel was getting his checkup with the doctor, some of his other family members were busy adding their artistic talents to our lobby sloth. We love how our clients have helped us bring him to life!!! ❤️🦥. Good job guys!!

06/20/2024

Are you strolling through the hospital June 29th 1p to 3p ??? We'd love to see you!

06/19/2024

Woo Hoo! We have a new website!! So excited. Check it out here: https://cookevet.com

06/18/2024

This is so true unfortunately ! We have meds that can help but you need to reach out soon.

06/16/2024

Happy Fathers Day to all the papas of the bipeds and quadrupeds!!!

06/15/2024

While our furry friends foot pads are certainly better able to handle this than our human feet, it IS something to keep in mind as the temperatures continue to rise. 🐾❤️

06/08/2024

Our internet was down all day today. We were unable to email or call you on our land lines due to a cut Verizon line in the local area which took them all day to repair. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

06/05/2024

Our people make us great !
You are looking at 100 years of vet experience !!!
Lisa, Dr. Cooke and Dr. Marr love love what they do !!

06/03/2024

Our Grand Re-Opening June 29th 1 to 3 p is for humans only to view the new digs and all of our cool diagnostic toys. Several folks have asked...we love the fur babies...but this is for the hu-mans.