Pet Grooming Assistant: Cleanliness, Care & Client Education

Mission Pet Health; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mill Boarding Kennel and Grooming in Leesburg, VA is seeking a Grooming Assistant to support our grooming team by delivering baths, prep, and a clean, safe grooming area for every pet.

You will assist with bathing, nail trims, ear cleaning, and maintaining the grooming suite to OSHA standards while delivering friendly client service and compassionate care for pets and their owners.

Qualifications

• WAG values and teamwork are essential.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, animal restraint, and safe handling.
• Ability to work with fractious or ill pets with patience.
• Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor including lifting.
• Strong client service skills and ability to educate clients.

Responsibilities

• Providing patient care: baths, nail trims, ear cleanings, and ensuring pets are walked and hydrated.
• Monitoring animal health and reporting unusual conditions to the team.
• Managing client handoffs, admissions, and ensure pets are clean and groomed.
• Maintaining the grooming suite and yard to OSHA standards.
• Educating clients on products and proper use.

Skills

WAG values

Safety knowledge

Animal handling

Physical fitness

Client service

Job description

Old Mill Boarding Kennel and Grooming in Leesburg, VA is seeking a Grooming Assistant to support our grooming team by delivering baths, prep, and a clean, safe grooming area for every pet.

You will assist with bathing, nail trims, ear cleaning, and maintaining the grooming suite to OSHA standards while delivering friendly client service and compassionate care for pets and their owners.