Bather

NVA; Palm City (FL); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is seeking a dedicated Pet Bather to join our in-person team. You will bathe and groom pets, ensuring comfort and safety while delivering friendly customer service to pet owners.

The ideal candidate has a passion for animals and works well in a fast-paced environment. Join a large network with comprehensive benefits; experience in veterinary settings and strong animal-handling skills are a plus, with training provided for grooming tools and protocols to

Formación

• Experience in dog care or veterinary settings is a plus.
• Strong dog handling skills and knowledge of animal behavior.
• Proficiency with pet grooming practices and tools.

Responsabilidades

• Bathe and groom pets according to breed standards and client preferences.
• Ensure safety and comfort of pets during grooming sessions.
• Handle animals with care, using proper restraint techniques when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness in the grooming area and equipment.
• Provide excellent customer service by communicating with pet owners about pets' needs.
• Assist with drying, brushing, and nail trimming as required.
• Monitor health and behavior during grooming and report concerns to management.

Conocimientos

Dog handling

Grooming knowledge

Customer service

Animal behavior

Heavy lifting 50lbs

Kennel/pet sitting

Team player

Herramientas

Grooming tools

Descripción del empleo

Job description:

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pet Bather to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality bathing and grooming services to pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animals and a strong understanding of pet care practices. You will work in a fast-paced environment, interacting with both pets and their owners, making customer service skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Bathe and groom pets according to breed-specific standards and client preferences
• Ensure the safety and comfort of pets during grooming sessions
• Handle animals with care, using proper restraint techniques when necessary
• Maintain cleanliness in the grooming area and equipment
• Provide excellent customer service by communicating effectively with pet owners regarding their pets' needs
• Assist with any additional pet care tasks as required, including drying, brushing, and nail trimming
• Monitor the health and behavior of pets during grooming sessions, reporting any concerns to management

Skills

• Experience in dog training or veterinary settings is a plus
• Strong dog handling skills and knowledge of animal behavior
• Familiarity with veterinary technician or assistant duties is beneficial
• Experience in equine care is an asset for those working with larger animals
• Proficiency in animal handling techniques, including restraint methods
• Knowledge of pet grooming practices and tools
• Ability to perform heavy lifting of 50lbs as required when handling larger breeds or equipment
• Previous kennel experience or pet sitting background is advantageous
• Excellent customer service skills to foster positive relationships with pet owners

Join our team and contribute to the well-being of pets while enjoying a rewarding career in animal care!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.