Veterinary Groomer

Alliance Animal Health; Arlington (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pet care is seeking skilled Pet Groomers to join their supportive team in a modern environment. This role involves providing top-quality grooming services while ensuring a calm and professional atmosphere for both pets and their owners. Ideal candidates will have previous grooming experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for animal care. With a focus on comprehensive pet services, this position offers opportunities for career development and a variety of benefits, making it a rewarding choice for those dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision)

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave Program

Continuing Education Allowance

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Referral Bonus Program

Personal Pet Discounts

Qualifications

• Previous professional grooming experience required.
• Ability to lift dogs weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform top quality grooms in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs.
• Create a welcoming environment for pets and their owners.

Skills

Grooming

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Calming Presence

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Company Description

Arlington Pet Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast-paced three doctor small animal practice located in Arlington, Nebraska. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, High Speed Dentistry, In-House Diagnostics, Digital Full-Body Radiology, Dental radiology, Medical/Vacation Boarding and Pet Bathing.

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Job Description

Join a supportive team in a high-end, modern environment. Pet Groomers will perform top quality grooms in a timely manner. Groomers should have current grooming experience and be able to consistently provide pets and parents with a high level of gentle and professional care. Job duties may include but are not limited to:

• Clean the pet's teeth
• Maintain an upbeat attitude
• Calm anxious pets
• Ensure company policies are being followed
• Communicate effectively with clients to find out what they need
• Shampoo and wash a pet's hair or fur
• Create a welcoming environment for pets and their owners
• Cut or shave a pet's hair or fur

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Proficient at Grooming, previous professional grooming experience required
• Ability to lift dogs that weigh up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in a professional manner
• Calming presence to pets
• Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time
• Great communication skills
• Ability to work on a team

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent on a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full-time employment status vs part-time status.

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