Groomer

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Groomer Full Time Grooming Simpsonville, SC, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 4210 Professional Groomer Cleveland Park Animal Hospital is looking for a friendly animal loving individual to join our grooming team! At Carolina Ranch, our goal is to provide excellent veterinary services to the community and do everything possible to help those in need. We are a full-service state-of-the-art animal hospital located in Garner, NC. Each one of our employees are chosen based on their compassion, skills and in-depth veterinary knowledge. We strive to create a nurturing, educational, and fun environment for all employees, clients, and animals who enter our doors. We are looking to add a professional groomer to our team. We offer a great working environment and large benefits package (see below). Job Responsibilities: Perform grooming services, including brush, clipping, hand scissoring, trim and shape dogs’ coats to groom dogs using knowledge of canine characteristic, grooming techniques and styles and owner’s instructions. Provide medicated and general cleansing, parasite control baths, pedicures, medicated shampoos and ear cleansing, as required for each pet. Communicate with owners and make them feel comfortable with leaving their pet(s) in our care and be able to discuss specifics of breed cuts and coat condition if specified groom is not possible due to pet’s temperament or coat condition. Check-in animals; assure animals receive required veterinary services if needed. Perform all general maintenance of grooming room; clean and disinfect cages, tubs, grooming tables at least once daily; vacuum floor; mop floor; empty trash; clean clipper blades, scissors and brushes after use; perform monthly dryer and clipper maintenance. Exhibit a technical knowledge of products and medications sold, including dietary products. Demonstrate the ability to explain and educate clients on products and answer their questions regarding product purchase/use. Conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks. Skills Needed: Love and compassion for animals Ability to read and comprehend instructions Experience caring for animals, proper animal handling and restraint techniques (or willingness to learn) Ability to learn veterinary software Must be able to multitask in a fast paced environment Ability to stand and bend for long periods of time Ability to lift 50 lbs Detail-oriented, outgoing, reliable and honest Physical Obligations: Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds Endure standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment Take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation Educational Requirements: Professional grooming certification Minimum age requirement of 18 years old Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance offered 401k offered 3% employer match PTO and sick pay offered and increases with longevity of employment Friendly and compassionate work environment 50% commission Cleveland Park Animal Hospital Simpsonville provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Cleveland Park Animal Hospital Simpsonville complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Veterinary Partners