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Sierra Veterinary Clinic
Experienced Dog/Cat Groomer
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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.
$39,426 / year median in California
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Summary:
Professional Pet Groomer Wanted (Tuesday-Friday) We are seeking an experienced, professional pet groomer to join our team Tuesday through Friday. This is a great opportunity for a groomer who takes pride in their work, values client relationships, and wants to be part of a supportive, team-focused environment. What we're looking for:- Proven grooming experience with a strong portfolio
- Ability to groom a variety of breeds to breed standards or client request
- Gentle handling skills and a calm, patient demeanor
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with our team What we offer:
- Established client base
- Clean, well-equipped grooming space
- Supportive workplace culture
- Competitive pay (based on experience)
- Consistent schedule (Tues-Fri) If you're passionate about animal care and committed to high-quality grooming, we'd love to hear from you.
Position Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a recognized grooming school desirable. On the job experience in lieu of formal training.Physical Effort:
Work requires lifting and carrying animals weighing up to 50 lbs; requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time.Working conditions:
May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, and animal feces. May be exposed to bites, scratches and contagious diseases.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Observe patient appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease, and discontent.
- Take charge of and handle patients; as required, restrain hard to control animals.
- Admit pets to be groomed noting the owner's specific instructions and pick up time.
- Perform grooming services, including clipping, hand scissoring, medicated and general cleansing, parasite control baths, pedicures, medicated dips, and ear cleansing, as required for each pet.
- Provide care for animal housed/visiting the hospital; perform work according to established methods specified in the hospital procedure manual or following special instructions; report signs of illness, disease, injury or unusual activity to veterinary technicians or veterinarians.
- Perform all general maintenance of grooming room and yard; clean cages, tubs, grooming tables, and yard at least once daily; vacuum floor; mop floor weekly; empty trash; clean clipper blades, scissors, and brushes after use; perform monthly dryer and clipper maintenance.
- Groom animals utilizing techniques which vary depending on type of hair, coat, breed and owner instructions; bathe and dry animals; perform pedicures and clean ears.
- Display tact and diplomacy with staff members and clients. Apply knowledge and skills in controlling and/or handling individual animal temperament. Possess the ability to gain animal confidence when restraining them for grooming. Knowledge of grooming practices for wide range of small animals, including hand-scissoring skills.
- Possess above average customer service skills.