Pet Groomer

CareVet; Gretna (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

HSA and FSA

401k with match

Free continuing education

Mental health support

Job summary

Tender Care Animal Hospital in Gretna, NE is seeking a Pet Groomer to work within our veterinary team. You will groom and care for pets, tailoring services to owner expectations while maintaining a safe, clean environment.

This role offers full-time or part-time hours with commission starting at 50% based on experience, plus benefits for full-time team members. You will educate clients on services and work collaboratively with staff to ensure high-quality grooming.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of professional grooming experience.
• Grooming certification preferred.
• Fear Free Certification preferred.
• Familiarity with standard breed cuts.
• Skilled in nail trimming and styling.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality grooming using force-free methods.
• Educate pet parents on products and services.
• Check-in and check-out for each pet.
• Groom scheduled pets independently.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Document grooming instructions and fees.
• Communicate with clients and team as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Grooming

Animal handling

Education

Grooming certification

Fear Free Certified Professional

Job description

Tender Care Animal Hospital | Gretna, NE

The Role:

As a Pet Groomer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the health, appearance, and comfort of our furry clients. Working independently yet cohesively within our veterinary team, you will ensure each pet receives top-notch grooming tailored to their needs and owner expectations.

Job Type:

Full-Time or Part-Time, Commission (Starting at 50%, based on experience)

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of proven professional grooming experience.
• Grooming certification preferred.
• Fear Free Certified Professional preferred.
• Familiarity with standard cuts for all breeds.
• Skilled in nail trimming, scissoring, styling, etc.
• Sound understanding of animal behavior.
• Must be able to work under conditions that require sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, pulling pushing and grasping.
• Physically able to handle dogs of all sizes and lift up to 60 pounds.

General Responsibilities:

• Ensure all pets in your care receive a high quality, professional groom while using force free methods.
• Educate pet parents on products and services offered.
• Provide a thorough check-in and check-out process for each pet parent.
• Bath and groom scheduled pets without assistance of hospital staff unless otherwise arranged.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Document grooming instructions and fees for all grooming clients on physical card or in software.
• Provide professional communications with clients and team members regarding pets in your care when necessary.
• Other duties as needed.

All Full-Time Team Members are eligible for benefits, including:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Best-in-class health, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA
• 401k with match
• Free continuing education
• Mental health support
• And much more!