Pet Bather

Alliance Animal Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) & matching program

Paid vacation

Job summary

Frontier Veterinary Clinic in Abilene, TX is looking for a Pet Bather to provide grooming and bathing services in a safe, clean, and friendly environment. You will help pets feel comfortable and ensure high cleanliness standards in the grooming area.

The role involves interacting with pet owners about grooming needs and following all safety regulations to maintain a sanitary environment. This position offers competitive hourly pay and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in pet grooming or bathing preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of different breeds and grooming needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with pets and their owners.
• Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Good physical stamina, as the role may require standing for extended periods and lifting heavier pets.
• Attitude: Passion for animals and a compassionate, patient demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Gently bathe and dry pets using appropriate techniques and products.
• Brush and comb pets to remove loose fur and mats.
• Inspect pets for skin issues, parasites, or other health concerns and report findings to the grooming staff or management.
• Maintain a clean and organized grooming area, including tools and equipment.
• Provide a positive experience for pets, ensuring their comfort and safety during grooming sessions.
• Interact with pet owners to discuss grooming needs and any specific instructions.
• Follow all safety and health regulations to maintain a sanitary environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Pet handling

Physical stamina

Job description

Frontier Veterinary Clinic is a full service veterinary hospital that provides thorough, compassionate, modern, and affordable care for your animals. Formerly known as Mobile Veterinary Clinic, we have been serving Abilene's pets and their families since 1976. It is our mission to positively impact people's lives through the health and wellness of their pets.

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Overview

The Pet Bather is responsible for providing grooming and bathing services for pets in a safe, clean, and friendly environment. This role involves ensuring the pets are comfortable during the bathing process and maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the grooming area.

Key Responsibilities

• Gently bathe and dry pets using appropriate techniques and products.
• Brush and comb pets to remove loose fur and mats.
• Inspect pets for skin issues, parasites, or other health concerns and report findings to the grooming staff or management.
• Maintain a clean and organized grooming area, including tools and equipment.
• Provide a positive experience for pets, ensuring their comfort and safety during grooming sessions.
• Interact with pet owners to discuss grooming needs and any specific instructions.
• Follow all safety and health regulations to maintain a sanitary environment.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• Experience: Previous experience in pet grooming or bathing preferred but not required.
• Knowledge: Basic understanding of different breeds and grooming needs.
• Skills:
  • Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with pets and their owners.
  • Ability to handle pets of all sizes and temperaments.
  • Good physical stamina, as the role may require standing for extended periods and lifting heavier pets.
• Attitude: Passion for animals and a compassionate, patient demeanor.

This role is ideal for animal lovers looking to contribute to the well-being of pets in a professional grooming environment!

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

Pay: $12-14/hr depending on experience

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory pre-employment screening.
• Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.

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