Grooming Assistant
About The Position
At Rye Harrison Veterinary Hospital, our grooming department is an extension of our commitment to exceptional patient care. We are seeking a compassionate, hardworking, and dependable Full-Time Grooming Assistant to support our groomer by providing safe, gentle, and efficient bathing and preparation services for dogs of all breeds, sizes, ages, and medical needs. Unlike a traditional grooming salon, our grooming patients are also veterinary patients. This role requires someone who is comfortable working alongside our medical team and providing additional care and attention to senior pets, anxious pets, and those with medical conditions requiring specialized handling.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with dogs and cats required.
- Comfortable working with dogs and cats of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
- Ability to work collaboratively with groomers, veterinarians, technicians, and support staff.
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness.
- Dependable, team-oriented, and able to follow instructions.
Nice To Haves
- Grooming or bathing experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Bathe dogs of all breeds, coat types, temperaments, and sizes according to hospital grooming standards.
- Properly shampoo, condition, rinse, towel dry, and blow dry pets while ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Brush and de-shed coats to prepare pets for grooming services.
- Safely restrain and handle pets using low-stress handling techniques.
- Assist the groomer with preparing pets before and after grooming appointments.
- Recognize and communicate any skin abnormalities, parasites, lumps, wounds, or other health concerns to the groomer or veterinary team.
- Support grooming appointments for patients with medical conditions, mobility limitations, or behavioral concerns.
- Clean ears, trim nails, and perform other bathing-related services.
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the grooming salon, tubs, kennels, equipment, dryers, and work areas.
- Assist with safely moving patients throughout the hospital as needed.
- Maintain accurate communication with the grooming and medical teams regarding patient care.
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- Paid time off
- Employee pet discount
- 401(k) with a generous company match
- Employee referral bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
