Full-Time Experienced Dog Groomer

Full-Time Experienced Dog Groomer

Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States

Boughton Square Animal Clinic is a multi-service veterinary practice offering medical care, boarding, and grooming. We are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a clean, professional, and team-oriented environment. We are also in the process of upgrading and expanding our kennel areas, creating an even better workspace for our team and a better experience for our patients and clients.

We are seeking a full-time, experienced Dog Groomer to provide professional grooming services while ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet. The ideal candidate is confident grooming a wide variety of breeds and coat types, communicates well with clients and staff, and thrives in a fast-paced clinic environment. This role offers the opportunity to grow with a department that is actively being improved and invested in.

Responsibilities:

• Perform full grooming services including bathing, brushing, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and breed-appropriate styling
• Safely handle pets with varying temperaments and special needs
• Communicate with clients regarding grooming preferences, coat condition, and pet behavior
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming area and equipment
• Identify and communicate any health or skin concerns to the veterinary team
• Work collaboratively with veterinary and kennel teams to support overall patient care

Qualifications:

• Professional dog grooming experience required (minimum 2 years preferred)
• Ability to groom a wide variety of breeds and coat types
• Strong animal handling and safety skills
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Experience in a veterinary or medical setting is a plus, but not required

Schedule & Compensation:

• Full-time position with consistent scheduling
• Competitive compensation based on experience and productivity
• Details discussed during the interview process

Why Join Us:

• Established and growing grooming clientele
• Upcoming facility upgrades designed to improve workflow, safety, and comfort for both pets and staff
• Support from an on-site veterinary team for pets with medical needs
• Clean, well-equipped grooming facilities
• Collaborative, respectful, and supportive work environment