Groomer

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave

Subsidized backup childcare and elderカ

Job summary

Greenbriar Veterinary Hospital & Luxury Pet Resort joins Thrive Pet Healthcare in Frederick, MD, seeking an Experienced Pet Groomer to deliver high-quality grooming services within a supportive team.

You will groom, bathe, brush, and style pets, ensuring safety and comfort while contributing to the hospital's wellness goals and patient experience. Competitive pay and growth opportunities are provided within Thrive's network.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of professional pet grooming experience required, including breed-specific cuts and coat maintenance.
• Knowledge of safe handling practices; Fear Free Certification preferred.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on grooming, including bathing, brushing, styling, and breed-specific trims.
• Support pet comfort, safety, and wellness throughout each appointment.

Skills

Breed-specific cuts

Clipping techniques

Hand-scissoring

Coat maintenance

Fear Free Certification

Pet safety handling

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Job description

Description

Greenbriar Veterinary Hospital & Luxury Pet Resort is looking for a full-time Experienced Pet Groomer to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community in Frederick, MD.

About You

You’ll help pets look and feel their best by providing exceptional grooming care and creating a positive experience for every visit. Your rewarding work will range from hands‑on grooming services, including bathing, brushing, styling and breed‑specific trims, to supporting pet comfort, safety, and wellness throughout every appointment.

The health and happiness of the pets in your care matter to you, and your success matters to us.

Your Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of professional pet grooming experience required, including breed‑specific cuts, clipping techniques, hand‑scissoring, and coat maintenance for a variety of coat types.
• Strong knowledge of pet behavior and safe handling practices required, Fear Free Certification or experience strongly preferred.
• Superior/advanced attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Possesses a positive work attitude.
• Self‑motivated.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Growth Opportunities

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills.
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital.

Benefits – our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health.
• Paid parental leave.
• Purr‑ental leave for when you adopt a pet.
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care.
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning.
• FREE CE courses.
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts.
• Student loan support tools and assistance.
• Some benefits shown are only for full‑time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Our groomers earn a base hourly rate starting at $18 - $19 / hour, based on experience, skill level, and location. In addition to hourly pay, groomers are eligible for commission, which is calculated as a percentage of the grooming services they provide. Commission rates are negotiable and performance‑based, meaning that base compensation may increase with factors such as service volume, quality of work, and client retention. This structure is designed to reward both consistency and excellence in service. We provide full details on our commission structure during the interview process.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well‑being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well‑being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.