Pet Groomer
Shenandoah Animal Hospital | Shenandoah, IA
The Company: Shenandoah Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital located in Shenandoah, Iowa. We are proud to focus on small animals and offer services such as preventative wellness exams, vaccines, dental care, surgery, and much more. At Shenandoah Animal Hospital, we treat clients and pets like family!
The Role: As a Pet Groomer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the health, appearance, and comfort of our furry clients. Working independently yet cohesively within our veterinary team, you will ensure each pet receives top-notch grooming tailored to their needs and owner expectations.
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Commission (Starting at 50%, based on experience)
Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of proven professional grooming experience.
• Grooming certification preferred.
• Fear Free Certified Professional preferred.
• Familiarity with standard cuts for all breeds.
• Skilled in nail trimming, scissoring, styling, etc.
• Sound understanding of animal behavior.
• Must be able to work under conditions that require sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, pulling pushing and grasping.
• Physically able to handle dogs of all sizes and lift up to 60 pounds.

General Responsibilities:

• Ensure all pets in your care receive a high quality, professional groom while using force free methods.
• Educate pet parents on products and services offered.
• Provide a thorough check-in and check-out process for each pet parent.
• Bath and groom scheduled pets without assistance of hospital staff unless otherwise arranged.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Document grooming instructions and fees for all grooming clients on physical card or in software.
• Other duties as needed.

All Full-Time Team Members are eligible for benefits, including:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Best-in-class health, vision, and dental insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA
• 401k with match
• Free continuing education
• Mental health support
• And much more!

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