Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant: We can help you have a job you love and the life you want. Island Animal Hospital is an established hospital in Mercer Island, WA and part of the Cara Network of Neighborhood Veterinary Practices. We’re well known for the dedicated care we give our community’s animal family members, and as one of Cara’s 10 member hospitals, we’re also known as an exceptional place to work. In real world talk, that means you’ll get the training and support you need to do your job well.

Plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, and advance. Acknowledgement and rewards for those who go the extra mile for our clients and their pets. Here’s how: Great compensation & benefits Flexible schedules A verifiable commitment to putting pets and our people first Clear expectations and a path to advancement Our

Location:

Mercer Island offers peaceful, upscale living with unbeatable access to Seattle. Surrounded by Lake Washington, it’s perfect for anyone who loves being on the water, boating, kayaking, and swimming are part of everyday life here. The island is known for excellent schools, low crime, and a strong sense of community. Our Offer: Competitive salary ranging from $22-$26 Medical, vision, & dental insurance premium with 4 options for all full-time employees Child, spousal, and family insurance options for all medical, dental, and vision insurance options Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO), up to 80 hours + 10 hours for Personal Celebration Day Up to six paid floating holidays per calendar year 401k + 4% employer match Employee pet care discount for up to four personal pets Uniform allowance Professional Development (CE) reimbursement, up to $500 each year Quarterly Incentive Bonus Program with potential earnings of up to $250/quarter Veterinary Medical Clerk License application and renewal covered Regular reviews and feedback

What We’re Looking For:

• We want to provide clients and their pets with the kind of exceptional care and service they cannot get anywhere else—so it’s important that you’re as good with people as you are with pets.
• This means you should be someone who: enjoys educating and connecting with people communicates effectively advocates for patients is reliable and trustworthy has some demonstrable animal care skills shows adaptability and resilience Is That You?
• Then please apply with a fully updated resume as well as a cover letter expressing why you think you’d be a good fit for us!
• Cara Veterinary is an equal opportunity employer.
• We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. _______________________ CARA VETERINARY CORE VALUE PILLARS Put pets first: Our first priority is always with the health, happiness, and comfort of our patients.
• We have designed the Cara experience with the animal perspective in mind.
• And our care advice is based only on what is best for the pet.
• Trust the parent: We believe that caring for an animal is a partnership built on mutual trust and humility.
• We trust parents to make the right decisions for themselves and their pets and invite them to actively participate in care alongside us.
• Authentically human: Caring for a pet involves the full spectrum of emotions, from joy to grief.
• We must lean into openness, empathy, and compassionate listening.
• We know when to be fun, and when to be serious.
• At all times, we foster supportive, positive, and authentically human hospital culture.
• Good neighbors: Although our business is growing, we retain the attitude and spirit of a neighborhood vet.
• We welcome people in.
• We get to know our clients' families and are proud to play an active role in our local communities.
• Shake things up: 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, providing unexpectedly human (and animal) touches, and infusing out hospitals with fresh ideas.