Hiring a Pet Groomer!
We are a family owned veterinary practice looking for a second groomer. Potential opportunity to also work as a vet assistant or an assistant in our kennel depending on experience. We would like to find someone who is personable and uses low stress animal handling. Desire to groom cats would be a plus!
```Duties```
- Groom pets according to specific breed standards or customer preferences
- Bathe, brush, and trim pets' fur to maintain their overall appearance and hygiene
- Perform nail trims, ear cleaning, and teeth brushing as needed (per clients' requests)
- Assess pets for any skin conditions, parasites, or other health issues and report findings to the owner or veterinarian
- Provide gentle and compassionate handling of pets during grooming procedures
- Maintain a clean and organized grooming area
```Experience```
- Previous experience as a pet groomer or in a related field such as veterinary technician or veterinary assistant is preferred
- Knowledge of different breeds and their specific grooming requirements
- Ability to safely restrain animals during grooming procedures
- Proficiency in using grooming tools such as clippers, shears, brushes, and combs
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with pet owners and understand their grooming preferences
Skills:
- Animal care: Knowledge of animal behavior, health, and welfare
- Animal restraint: Ability to safely handle and restrain animals during grooming procedures
- Heavy lifting: Ability to lift and carry heavy pets or equipment as required
- Veterinary: Familiarity with veterinary practices and protocols (optional)
- Pet care: Knowledge of pet nutrition, exercise needs, and basic health care
- Pet grooming: Proficiency in various grooming techniques for different breeds and coat types
- Dog handling: Experience in handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments
This is an exciting opportunity for a novice or experienced pet groomer to join our team. We offer competitive pay based on experience. If you are passionate about working with animals and have the necessary skills, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to Relocate:
- Etna, OH 43062: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person