Make Your Inner Child Proud

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We built Cara because we believe in a different approach to veterinary medicine. One that is all about connection. We are driven by a belief and excitement in helping humanity. Pets are such an integral part of that. They mean so much to us. They change our lives, touch our hearts, and even teach us how to be better people.

Many of our team members have a core memory of wanting to save an animal as a child. That has shaped who they have become. We will protect that flame. We invest in you. With training, education, benefits, and mentorship. With support, teamwork, and an unflinchable belief in you. With everything we do, we will empower you to change the lives of people and pets. And we'll help you make your inner child proud. Mercer Island, WA
 Island Animal Hospital is nestled in beautiful downtown Mercer Island. Our commuinty is welcoming, vibrant, and deeply inclusive. Here, you will find incredible food, authentically human people, and many local businesses with great passion for their work. And, of course, nearly everyone here loves animals. We believe that Mercer Island is the best community in Washington. It has this incredible way of making you feel finally at home. So, join us and live the life that you have always deserved.
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Our first priority is always with the health, happiness, and comfort of our patients. Our care advice is based only on what is best for the pet. 

Put pets first.

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We trust parents to make the right decisions for themselves and their pets and invite them to actively participate in care alongside us. 

Trust the parent.

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Caring for a pet involves the full spectrum of emotions, from joy to grief. We know when to be fun, and when to be serious. At all times, we foster supportive, positive, and authentically human hospital culture. 

Authentically human.

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Although our business is growing, we retain the attitude and spirit of a neighborhood vet. We get to know our clients' families and are proud to play an active role in our local communities.

Good neighbors.

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We are always looking for a better way. In an industry that hasn't seen a lot of innovation, we are experimenting with new ways of delivering care, delighting customers, and infusing our hospitals with fresh ideas.

Shake things up.

 As part of the Cara Veterinary Family, our practice operates from five core principles, or "pillars".

Our Pillars

 A fluffy brown dog and a gray-and-white cat, fresh from the vet, nuzzle each other affectionately on a light-colored floor. The cat wears a collar, their heads resting gently together in a warm, cozy indoor setting orchestrated by the care of their kind veterinarian. A bearded veterinarian gently hugs a gray tabby cat, closing his eyes as he rests his face against the cat's head. The cat looks content and relaxed with its eyes half-closed. A small, fluffy dog with light brown fur rests on a veterinarian's shoulder, gazing to the side. The person is clad in a blue shirt with a stethoscope around their neck, highlighting their role as a dedicated vet or healthcare professional. A happy dog and a calm cat snuggle together on green grass. The vet would admire how the playful dog, with its mouth open, and the relaxed tabby cat look so content as sunlight filters through surrounding greenery. A small dog, recently given a clean bill of health by the veterinarian, joyfully leaps in the air amidst falling autumn leaves in a forest. Sunlight filters through the trees, highlighting the dog's playful moment and the colorful foliage.

Benefits

Cara Veterinary hospitals offer a full-time compensation and benefits package that is one of the best in the veterinary field.

Health

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance

  • Liability Insurance
  • Paid Family and Medical Leave (WA state offers up to 12 weeks of paid leave to eligible employees)

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Liability Insurance
  • Paid Family and Medical Leave (WA state offers up to 12 weeks of paid leave to eligible employees)

Lifestyle

  • Competitive Salary/Wage
  • Sign-on Bonus
  • Pet Care Discounts
  • Performance Bonuses
  • Relocation expense reimbursement

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match
  • Flexible Work Schedule (No On-calls)
  • Generous Paid Time/Holidays off (Including your birthday!)
  • Door Dash Pass (free delivery and capped service fees)

  • Competitive Salary/Wage
  • Sign-on Bonus
  • Relocation expense reimbursement
  • Flexible Work Schedule (No On-calls)
  • Generous Paid Time/Holidays off (Including your birthday!)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match
  • Pet Care Discounts
  • Performance Bonuses
  • Door Dash Pass (free delivery and capped service fees)

Development

  • Career growth opportunities
  • Great culture and Supportive team
  • Uniform allowance

  • Paid CE time
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Professional license fee reimbursement + stipend of up to $1000 per year for professional development

  • Career growth opportunities
  • Great culture and Supportive team
  • Uniform allowance
  • Paid CE time
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Professional license fee reimbursement + stipend of up to $1000 per year for professional development

A dedicated vet in blue scrubs, with a stethoscope draped around their neck, gently holds a fluffy white dog and a black-and-white cat. A vet in blue gloves and a green uniform examines a gecko in a clinical setting. The gecko's eyes are closed, while the veterinarian's face is softly focused in the background. A gray and white tabby kitten with green eyes is being gently held by a veterinarian in a blue shirt. The kitten looks directly at the camera with a relaxed expression. A pug lies on a veterinary exam table, playfully looking at the camera with its tongue out. A caring vet in a blue uniform gently holds the dog, a stethoscope draped around their neck. The setting is a brightly lit clinic room, reflecting the professionalism of the veterinarian's care. A green parrot with a red beak is perched on a veterinarian's hand. The vet is wearing a white coat, with a stethoscope partially visible. The neutral-toned background highlights the parrot perfectly.

Open Positions

Associate DVM

Full-Time

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Full-Time