Pet Groomer - Panama City Beach, FL

Dr Norms Animal Hospital; Panama City (FL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

CE allowance

Uniform allowance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dr. Norm’s Animal Hospital Groomery is seeking an Experienced Dog Groomer to join our team. This full-time role requires 1–2 years of grooming experience and a passion for creating a safe, comfortable grooming experience from check-in to finish.

You’ll perform breed-specific trims, manage appointments, and help educate clients on coat care. We offer commission/tips, ongoing education support, and robust benefits in a fast-paced animal-hospital setting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of professional dog grooming experience
• Certification from a recognized grooming school or program preferred
• Proficiency with scissoring, clippers, and hand-stripping techniques
• Strong knowledge of breed-specific grooming standards

Responsibilities

• Perform professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, clipping, trimming, and styling
• Provide breed-specific trims and customized cuts based on client preferences and individual pet needs
• Perform pre-grooming assessments and identify concerns such as skin conditions, parasites, irritation, or matting
• Trim nails, clean ears, and provide gland expression services as appropriate
• Use hand-stripping, scissoring, and clipper techniques to achieve high-quality results
• Safely and compassionately handle dogs of different breeds, sizes, temperaments, and grooming needs
• Use patient, low-stress handling techniques to help anxious or nervous pets feel more comfortable
• Educate pet owners on coat maintenance, grooming schedules, and at-home care
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding grooming requests, expectations, and recommendations
• Assist with client check-in and check-out, appointment scheduling, and product sales as needed
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, organized, and professional grooming station
• Properly clean, sanitize, and maintain grooming tools and equipment
• Work efficiently to manage a busy appointment schedule while maintaining excellent grooming and safety standards

Skills

Dog grooming

Communication skills

Customer service

Patience

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Grooming school certification (preferred)

Tools

Scissoring

Clippers

Hand-stripping

Job description

Dr. Norm’s Animal Hospital Groomery is Hiring an Experienced Dog Groomer!

Role: Experienced Dog Groomer

Status: Full-time

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Schedule: Weekend availability may be required based on business needs

Experience: 1–2 years of professional dog grooming experience required

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay with commission and tip opportunities, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, an employee discount program, and discounts on grooming products and services

Looking for a grooming position where you can put your creativity, technical skills, and love for animals to work every day?

Dr. Norm’s Animal Hospital Groomery is looking for an experienced Dog Groomer to join our team! We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their craft, understands that every dog is different, and knows how to create a safe, comfortable, and positive grooming experience from check-in to the final tail wag.

Whether you’re perfecting a breed-specific cut, tackling a serious de‑shed, or helping an anxious pup feel a little more comfortable, you’ll have the opportunity to use your skills while building lasting relationships with pets and the people who love them.

Why Our Groomers Love It Here

• Competitive pay with tip opportunities
• The opportunity to showcase your grooming skills and creativity
• A professional grooming environment within an animal hospital
• Continuing education and training support
• Employee discounts on grooming products and services
• A positive, collaborative, team‑oriented culture
• The opportunity to build lasting relationships with clients and their pets
• A workplace that values safe, compassionate handling and excellent customer service
• Professional development opportunities to help you continue growing your career

What Our Groomers Do

• Perform professional grooming services, including bathing, drying, brushing, clipping, trimming, and styling
• Provide breed‑specific trims and customized cuts based on client preferences and individual pet needs
• Perform pre‑grooming assessments and identify concerns such as skin conditions, parasites, irritation, or matting
• Trim nails, clean ears, and provide gland expression services as appropriate
• Use hand‑stripping, scissoring, and clipper techniques to achieve high‑quality results
• Safely and compassionately handle dogs of different breeds, sizes, temperaments, and grooming needs
• Use patient, low‑stress handling techniques to help anxious or nervous pets feel more comfortable
• Educate pet owners on coat maintenance, grooming schedules, and at‑home care
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding grooming requests, expectations, and recommendations
• Assist with client check‑in and check‑out, appointment scheduling, and product sales as needed
• Maintain a clean, sanitized, organized, and professional grooming station
• Properly clean, sanitize, and maintain grooming tools and equipment
• Work efficiently to manage a busy appointment schedule while maintaining excellent grooming and safety standards

What You’ll Bring

• At least 1–2 years of professional dog grooming experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification from a recognized grooming school or program preferred
• Proficiency with scissoring, clippers, and hand‑stripping techniques
• Strong knowledge of breed‑specific grooming standards
• An understanding of canine behavior, body language, and different temperaments
• Confidence safely handling dogs of varying breeds, sizes, and personalities
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Patience and compassion when working with nervous or challenging pets
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work
• Strong time‑management and organizational skills
• The ability to manage multiple appointments while maintaining high grooming standards
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Availability to work weekends when required based on business needs
• A genuine love for animals and commitment to creating a positive grooming experience

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Dr. Norm’s Animal Hospital Groomery, grooming is about much more than a great haircut. You’ll have the opportunity to help pets look and feel their best while building relationships with clients who trust you with an important part of their pet’s care.

You’ll work in a fast‑paced, professional environment alongside people who share your love of animals and appreciate the skill that goes into great grooming. With commission and tip opportunities, continuing education support, and room to keep developing your craft, you’ll have the chance to build a rewarding career doing work you genuinely enjoy.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full‑time only)
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short‑and‑long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you have a love for animals, a talent for grooming, and take pride in creating a great experience for both pets and their people, we’d love to meet you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Dr. Norm’s Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We’re committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels comfortable being their authentic self, experiences a true sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well‑being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well‑being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well‑being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well‑being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.