Professional Groomer

Lakefield Veterinary Group•Green Bay, WI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Experienced Groomer – Packerland Veterinary Hospital Are you a passionate pet groomer looking for a supportive, professional environment where you can truly thrive? At Packerland Veterinary Hospital, we combine high-quality veterinary medicine with exceptional grooming services to give pets the very best care — and we’re looking for an experienced groomer to join our team! Our state-of-the-art facility features a dedicated grooming center separate from the busy clinic environment, allowing you to work comfortably while still having the added support and peace of mind of an experienced veterinary team nearby. POSITION SUMMARY: The Pet Groomer provide the highest standards of excellence to perform various grooming duties necessary to improve pets’ hygiene and enhance their physical appearance.

Requirements

Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Is self-motivated and dependable
Communicates professionally and compassionately with clients
Has excellent time management skills
Is comfortable grooming both cats and dogs of all sizes
Provides patient, gentle care for anxious or challenging pets
Can confidently bathe, trim, shave, style, and maintain pet hygiene according to owner preferences
Can communicate grooming concerns, skin issues, or recommendations to pet owners and our veterinary team
Professional grooming certification/training and/or independent grooming experience required
High School Diploma or GED required
Graduate of certified grooming program preferred
Six months of professional pet grooming experience required
Solid understanding of animal breeds, characteristics, and behavior
Knowledge of pet grooming techniques and styles
Ability to manually express anal glands
Strong verbal and active listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
Strong interpersonal skills
Compassion and empathy for both pets and the pet owners
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

training will not be provided for this role

Responsibilities

Foster a culture built on our values: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun
Consult with pet owners to discuss their pet’s needs and desired style
Wash, comb, brush and blow dry animal’s fur, removing mats and tangles as needed
Cut and shape animal’s coat according to determined pattern, using electric clippers, comb, and barber's shears
Groom and style pet according to owner’s instructions, standard grooming styles, proportions of the animal, and breed standards
Clip nails, clean ears, and brush teeth
Express anal glands manually as needed
Promote skin and coat health through recommendations for regular grooming and beneficial add-on services, treatments, and retail products
Identify health issues in pets such as ear infections, skin conditions, wounds, and/or tooth decay. Notify pet owner of any signs of injury or illness
Update and maintain all records to capture services performed, products recommended, and any illness or injuries detected
Routinely clean and sanitize grooming tools, equipment, and all salon work areas
Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of each pet during the grooming process
Maintain knowledge and awareness of new trends and experiments with new grooming techniques
Support a practice environment that promotes collaboration and teamwork and ensures the delivery of quality, compassionate, effective, and efficient care to animals
Comply with all practice policies, quality assurance guidelines, minimum standards of care, and safe handling procedures