Be the Face of Talent Acquisition at Cara Veterinary!

• One of the most robust compensation & benefits packages around, including 100% paid medical, dental, and vision.
• Build Connections: Be the face of Cara Veterinary’s recruiting efforts, creating meaningful relationships from the first contact to onboarding.
• Grow with Us: Join a steadily growing network of veterinary hospitals, supporting teams passionate about making a difference.

Are you passionate about making meaningful connections and being a true partner in the recruitment process? At Cara Veterinary, we are looking for a dedicated Talent Acquisition Manager to take on a hybrid role that combines the art of recruiting with the responsibility of HR generalist duties. As the face of Cara Veterinary to potential candidates, you’ll be their guide from the first hello to their first day, ensuring a seamless experience at every step.

Who We Are

Cara Veterinary is a network of veterinary hospitals within Washington, currently operating 11 locations and planning for steady expansion. Our teams are passionate about making lasting connections with patients, clients, and each other. We’re proud of the community-focused culture we’ve built and are committed to supporting our teams as we grow.

We put pets first, trust our clients, and strive to shake things up in the veterinary industry by being innovative, empathetic, and deeply connected to our communities. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a Talent Acquisition Manager who shares our passion for connection and will help us find the right people to join our mission.

Why Choose Cara Veterinary?

At Cara Veterinary, we believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Our benefits reflect our commitment to our team:

• Career Growth Opportunities: Be a part of a steadily growing organization that supports your professional development with an annual CE stipend of $1,000.
• Competitive Salary: $85,000 - $105,000, with bonus potential based on OKRs.
• 100% Employer-Paid Insurance: Medical, vision, and dental premiums fully covered for full-time employees, plus additional coverage options for families.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 120 hours of PTO frontloaded each year.
• Floater Holidays: Up to 6 paid holidays per year, plus an additional day for you to celebrate your birthday.
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match: Plan for your future with us.
• Employee Pet Care Discount: Discounts on care for up to four personal pets.
• Cell Phone Allowance: Stay connected through your monthly reimbursement of $75
• Regular Reviews and Feedback: We’re committed to helping you grow and succeed.

What You’ll Do:

As the Talent Acquisition Manager, you are the face of Cara Veterinary’s recruitment efforts and a key partner to our hospital teams. You’ll not only recruit top talent but also be a resource for our Hospital Leaders, ensuring they have the support they need in onboarding and general HR queries. Here’s what you’ll be responsible for:

Recruitment & Relationship Building (60%)

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for DVMs, LVTs, and support center roles, building strong connections with candidates and ensuring a positive experience from the first contact through to onboarding.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies that reflect Cara Veterinary’s Pillars.
• Be a trusted resource for Hospital Leaders, providing guidance on recruiting best practices and helping them navigate the hiring process.
• Build and nurture relationships with universities, industry professionals, and strategic partners to create a pipeline of qualified talent.
• Attend industry events, job fairs, and conferences to promote Cara Veterinary and engage with potential candidates.

HR Generalist Support (30%)

• Manage the HR inbox, respond to inquiries, and assist with day-to-day HR operations.
• Handle data entry for new hire paperwork, benefits administration, background checks, and employee eligibility verifications.
• Provide support to Hospital Leaders with general HR questions regarding benefits, onboarding, and compliance.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and best practices to ensure compliance across the organization.

Cara Support Center Management (10%)

• Assist with office management duties, ensuring the Cara Support Center runs smoothly and is a welcoming environment for team members and guests.

Who You Are:

You are a natural relationship builder with a passion for connecting with people. Whether you’re attending a college job fair or helping a Hospital Leader onboard a new team member, you bring energy, empathy, and a commitment to making sure everyone feels valued and supported. You’re organized, proactive, and thrive in a role that blends recruitment with HR support.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to deeply understand what it means to be Authentically Human—to foster empathy, openness, and compassionate listening in every interaction. You’ll exemplify Cara Veterinary’s Pillars by finding people who put pets first, trust pet parents, build human connections, and embrace their roles as good neighbors. Most importantly, you’ll help shake things up by helping Cara grow and expand, ready to build processes and be a resource for a network that impacts communities by making connections and putting pets first.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to embody Cara Veterinary’s Pillars: Put Pets First, Trust the Parent, Be Authentically Human, Be Good Neighbors, and Shake Things Up.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on building relationships.
• Organizational and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail.
• Experience in talent acquisition, especially within the veterinary industry, is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with HR practices and employment laws.
• SHRM-CP certification is a plus.

Location & Flexibility:

While this role offers flexibility for remote work, you’ll primarily be working out of the Cara Support Center located in the vibrant Lower Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle. Regular presence in the office is important to maintain connection with the team and oversee recruitment and HR processes effectively.

Hiring Qualifications:

• Experience in recruitment, especially within the veterinary industry, is highly desirable.
• At least one year of experience in human resource management preferred.
• Ability to travel when needed for recruiting efforts.
• This is not a fully remote position; presence at the Cara HQ in Lower Queen Anne is required.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to be the face of Cara Veterinary’s talent acquisition efforts and you’re excited to help us build a compassionate, connected team, we want to hear from you! Send your resume and cover letter and let us know why you’d be a great fit for Cara Veterinary.

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 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 our hospitals with fresh ideas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Seattle, WA 98119 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98119: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98119