Bather

Palm City Animal Medical Center; Palm City (FL); Vor Ort; USD 24.000 - 36.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is seeking a dedicated Pet Bather to join our grooming team in Palm City, FL. You will bathe and groom dogs and other pets, following breed standards and client preferences, while ensuring comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with animals, has good customer service, can handle pets calmly, lift up to 50 lbs, and maintain a clean grooming area. Prior experience in grooming or veterinary settings is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in dog grooming 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 lift up to 50 lbs when handling larger breeds or equipment.
• Kennel work or pet-sitting background is advantageous.
• Excellent customer service skills to foster positive relationships with pet owners.

Aufgaben

• 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 drying, brushing, and nail trimming
• Monitor the health and behavior of pets during grooming sessions, reporting any concerns to management

Kenntnisse

Dog handling

Animal behavior

Veterinary setting experience

Equine care

Grooming proficiency

Restraint techniques

Customer service

Kennel/pet-sitting

Heavy lifting 50 lbs

Tools

Grooming tools

Jobbeschreibung

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

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

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.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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.