Pet Groomer

Windham Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Pet Groomer! Role: Experienced Pet Groomer Status: Part-time with the potential to transition to full-time Experience: Previous professional pet grooming experience required Client Base: Full appointment schedule with an established clientele; groomers are also welcome to bring existing clients Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive compensation, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts Professional Growth & Recognition: Professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program Looking for a grooming opportunity where you can start working with a loyal client base right away? Bring your passion and experience to Windham Animal Hospital! We’re looking for an Experienced Pet Groomer to join our dedicated team in a part-time role with the potential to transition into a full-time position. Our established grooming facility has a full appointment schedule and a loyal clientele, so you’ll have the opportunity to begin grooming immediately without needing to build a client base from scratch. Have established clients of your own? You’re welcome to bring them with you. What You’ll Do Provide professional grooming services, including bathing, brushing, haircuts, and nail trims Consult with pet owners to understand their grooming requests and preferences Handle and restrain pets calmly, gently, and safely throughout the grooming process Protect the safety, comfort, and well‑being of every pet in your care Monitor pets’ health and behavior during grooming appointments Report health or behavioral concerns to the pet owner or veterinary team as appropriate Maintain accurate records of each pet’s grooming history Keep the grooming area clean, organized, and properly maintained Collaborate with the hospital’s medical staff regarding overlapping patient needs Provide attentive, professional service that builds long‑term client relationships What You’ll Bring Previous professional pet grooming experience Strong bathing, brushing, haircutting, and nail‑trimming skills Safe, calm, and compassionate animal‑handling techniques Strong customer service and client communication skills The ability to understand and follow specific grooming requests Attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work The ability to recognize and communicate health or behavioral concerns Strong organizational and record‑keeping skills A clean, professional, and safety‑focused approach to the grooming environment A collaborative attitude and willingness to work with the veterinary medical team Benefits You Can’t Beat A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full‑time only) Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only) All US‑based, benefits‑eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time only) Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Continuing education allowance Six paid holidays (full‑time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee discount program Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Windham Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we are committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential. Training & Development Vetcor University – training for skill development and career growth CE Allowance and opportunities Tuition Assistance Program Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital Health & Welfare Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance EAP with counseling and mental health benefits DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues Financial Wellbeing 401(k) with company contribution Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services Tuition Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Time Off/Work Life Balance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays #J-18808-Ljbffr