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Veterinary Groomer
Job Description
To learn more about us click here. Must be available to work weekends. This is a part-time role with the opportunity to grow into a full-time position.
Job DescriptionSeeking a responsible, dependable, pet groomer with at least one year of grooming experience and a graduate of a licensed grooming program to join our grooming team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and driven to provide excellent customer service to our clients. We prefer quality over quantity so there is never any pressure to meet a particular daily quota. We have the demand, you set your schedule, make as much or as little as you choose. This is a contract employee position, which means that you are an employee rather than an independent contractor.
QualificationsPerform grooming services including brushing, bathing, ear and teeth cleaning, expression of anal glands, & trimming nails, etc.
Groom and style pets based on pet owner instructions and requests. Follow customary procedures and breed standards.
Ensure wellness and safety of those in our care at all times.
Clean grooming area at the end of each dayExcellent communication skills with the ability to ask probing questions to ensure clarity around pet needs and preferences.
Skilled stylistAbility to move / lift animals of varying weightsAbility to stand and bend for an extended period of timeAbility to work full or part timeMust provide your own grooming tools (clippers, blades, scissors, combs, brushes)Additional InformationWe offer our staff:
Compensation is production-based at 50%, with the potential for a higher percentage based on experience. Candidates must provide and maintain their own grooming tools. We supply bathing facilities, shampoos, dryers, bandanas, and kennels.
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL EmployeesPaid Bereavement ProgramPaid Parental Leave ProgramCompetitive CompensationContinuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology ProgramCareer Development OpportunitiesReferral 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 to 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.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
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What they do
An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
$32,790 / year median in Arkansas
+15% projected growth