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Grooming Assistant
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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.
$30,416 / year median in Missouri
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Grooming Assistant. As a Grooming Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care and grooming services for our furry friends. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about animals and wants to make a difference in their lives.Duties:
- Assist groomers with bathing, drying, and brushing pets
- Animal restraint during grooming procedures
- Clean and maintain grooming tools and equipment
- Provide basic grooming services such as nail trims and ear cleaning
- Monitor the well-being of pets during grooming sessions
- Maintain a clean and organized grooming area
- Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and answering phone calls
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with animals, preferably in a grooming or veterinary setting
- Knowledge of pet care and grooming techniques
- Ability to handle animals of various sizes and temperaments
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Physical stamina to handle heavy lifting and long periods of standing
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment If you have a passion for animals and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.