Pet Groomer

CareVet; Independence (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, vision, and dental insurance

401k with match

Free continuing education

Job summary

CareVet is seeking a Pet Groomer for its Independence Veterinary Clinic in Iowa. This position involves providing top-notch grooming for pets, educating their owners about services, and ensuring a clean work environment. Full-time and part-time options are available, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including health insurance. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of grooming experience and prefers to work independently while collaborating with the veterinary team.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of proven professional grooming experience.
• Must be physically able to handle dogs of all sizes and lift up to 60 pounds.
• Willingness to work under various physical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality, professional grooming using force-free methods.
• Educate pet owners about services and products.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Professional grooming experience

Grooming certification

Fear Free Certified Professional

Knowledge of standard cuts for all breeds

Nail trimming

Animal behavior understanding

Education

Grooming certification preferred

Job description

Independence Veterinary Clinic (Independence, Iowa)

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.
• Bathe 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.
• Other duties as needed.

Benefits (Full-Time Team Members)

• 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!

Please include references and a link to a portfolio, if applicable, on your resume.