Professional Groomer

Professional Groomer - Packerland Veterinary Hospital

Packerland Veterinary Center is a state-of-the-art facility that not only offers exceptional veterinary care from vaccines to orthopedics, but professional grooming services as well. Our clinic has a separate grooming center that is away from the hustle and bustle of the clinic and provides everything needed to offer a great experience for both pets and clients, but with the added bonus of having the support of a veterinary team close by.

Our groomers need to have a positive attitude, be self-motivated, have the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients and have good time management skills. Groomers need to be comfortable working with cats and dogs of all sizes and must provide gentle and patient care to anxious or challenging pets. A good candidate needs to have the ability to bathe, shave, trim and maintain hygiene according to pet owner's preferences. This candidate should also be comfortable communicating concerns and recommendations for each pet they see.

Applicants are required to have professional grooming training/certification and/or independent experience in the field as training WILL NOT BE PROVIDED.

Job Type: Full-time hours typically from 7:45am to 5pm.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
  
  

Position Summary

The Pet Groomer provide the highest standards of excellence to perform various grooming

duties necessary to improve pets’ hygiene and enhance their physical appearance

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Essential Functions)

• Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service,
  
  

and Fun

• Consult with pet owners to discuss their pet’s needs and desired style
• Wash, comb, brush and blow dry animal’s fur, removing mats and tangles as needed
• Cut and shape animal’s coat according to determined pattern, using electric clippers,
  
  

comb, and barber's shears

• Groom and style pet according to owner’s instructions, standard grooming styles,
  
  

proportions of the animal, and breed standards

• Clip nails, clean ears, and brush teeth
• Express anal glands manually as needed
• Promote skin and coat health through recommendations for regular grooming and
  
  

beneficial add-on services, treatments, and retail products

• Identify health issues in pets such as ear infections, skin conditions, wounds, and/or tooth
  
  

decay. Notify pet owner of any signs of injury or illness

• Update and maintain all records to capture services performed, products recommended,
  
  

and any illness or injuries detected

• Routinely clean and sanitize grooming tools, equipment, and all salon work areas
• Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of each pet during the grooming process
• Maintain knowledge and awareness of new trends and experiments with new grooming
  
  

techniques

• Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures
  
  

the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient care to animals

• Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, minimum standards of care,
  
  

and safe handling procedures

Education

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (Essential Qualifications):

• High School Diploma or GED required
  
  

Professional Licenses/Certifications

• Graduate of certified grooming program preferred
  
  

Experience

• Six months of professional pet grooming experience required
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Ability

• Solid understanding of animal breeds, characteristics, and behavior
• Knowledge of pet grooming techniques and styles
• Ability to manually express anal glands
• Strong verbal and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Compassion and empathy for both pets and the pet owners
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Organizational and time management skills
  
  

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear.

The team member may frequently use a computer for periods of time. Specific vision

abilities are required to do this job including close vision. This position requires walking and/or

standing for long periods of time, bending, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must be

able to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted, 50 lbs. with assistance. Working environment may be stressful

with aggressive, frightened, abused or injured animals that may bite or scratch.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

Our Values

Our culture is built on five core values that guide how we work and serve:

• Respect
• Learning
• Do the Right Thing
• Wow Service
• Fun
  
  

If these resonate with you, you’ll fit right in.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants.