Pet Groomer

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Purcellville (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates in Purcellville, VA is seeking a skilled Pet Groomer to join our growing team. The role covers full-service grooming for dogs of all breeds (and cats ideally), with a focus on safety, compassion, and client communication.

Ideal candidate has 1+ year grooming experience (or recent grooming school graduate), strong customer service, ability to lift 40+ lbs, and the ability to work independently or with a team in our friendly, pet-loving environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of grooming experience preferred (willing to consider recent grooming school graduates).
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
• Gentle, patient, and animal-loving attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-service grooming including baths, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and de-shedding.
• Communicate with pet owners to determine grooming preferences and any specific concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized grooming area.
• Recognize signs of stress or health issues in pets and alert owners when necessary.
• Ensure a positive and comfortable experience for every pet.

Skills

Grooming experience

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Physical strength

Job description

Hospital Name: Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates

Job Type: Support Staff

Description & Requirements

Experienced Pet Groomer | Purcellville, VA

Location: Purcellville, Virginia Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Compensation: Competitive pay based Production and Tips

Do you have a passion for animals and an eye for detail? Join our friendly, professional grooming team in the heart of Purcellville! We're a locally owned pet care facility dedicated to providing top-quality grooming services in a clean, calm, and pet-loving environment.

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Pet Groomer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable grooming all breeds of dogs (and ideally cats), have excellent customer service skills, and a strong commitment to safety and care.

Responsibilities:

• Provide full-service grooming including baths, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and de-shedding
• Communicate with pet owners to determine their grooming preferences and any specific concerns
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized grooming area
• Recognize signs of stress or health issues in pets and alert owners when necessary
• Ensure a positive and comfortable experience for every pet

What We're Looking For:

• 1+ years of grooming experience preferred (willing to consider recent grooming school graduates)
• Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments
• Gentle, patient, and animal-loving attitude
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to lift 40+ lbs
• Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time available)
• Steady clientele and growth opportunities
• Employee discounts on grooming and pet care products
• Supportive and fun team environment