Veterinary Groomer

Company Description

Big Bend Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, state of the art, fast paced, one doctor, small animal practice located in Riverview, FL. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our patients including Preventative Care, Surgery, Dentistry, Cold Laser Therapy, In-House Diagnostics, Digital Full-body Radiology, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding, and Grooming services.

Big Bend Animal Hospital is located in Riverview, just south of Tampa close to Brandon mall. It is a fast-growing area but maintains a rural feel. The proximity to I 75 allows for an easy commute to both the Tampa Bay, and the Sarasota area. Popular things to do in the area include Bush Gardens, Florida Aquarium and Zoo Tampa, beaches, boating, Ybor City downtown scene and more! Our public schools are excellent, making it an ideal area to raise a family!

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Job Description

Join a supportive team in a high-end, modern environment. Pet Groomers will perform top quality grooms in a timely manner. Groomers should have current grooming experience and be able to consistently provide pups and parents with a high level of gentle and professional care. Job duties may include but not limited to:

• Clean the dog's teeth

• Maintain an upbeat attitude

• Calm an anxious dog

• Ensure company policies are being followed

• Communicate effectively with clients to find out what they need

• Shampoo and wash a dog's hair or fur

• Create a welcoming environment for dogs and their owners

• Cut or shave a dog's hair or fur

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• Proficient at Grooming

• Ability to lift dogs that weigh up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work in a professional manner

• Calming presence to pets

• Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time

• Great communication skills

• Ability to work on a team

Additional Information

Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees

• Paid Bereavement Program

• Paid Parental Leave Program

• Competitive Compensation

• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster

• Career Development Opportunities

• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!

• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)

• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

• Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.