Veterinary Groomer

Wedington Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, 11-doctor general practice located in Fayetteville, AR. We offer comprehensive care including Wellness Services, Preventative Care, Urgent Care, Emergency & Critical Care, General & Orthopedic Surgery, Internal/External Medicine, Digital Full Body and Dental X-Ray, Dedicated Dental Suite, Ultrasound, Full In-House Laboratory, In-House Pharmacy, Cold Therapy Laser, Medical and/or Vacation Boarding, and Grooming.

About the role

Seeking a responsible, dependable pet groomer with at least one year of grooming experience and a graduate of a licensed grooming program to join our grooming team. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and driven to provide excellent customer service. This is a contract employee position (not an independent contractor) with part-time hours and the opportunity to grow into a full-time role. Must be available to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform grooming services including brushing, bathing, ear and teeth cleaning, expression of anal glands, and trimming nails.
• Groom and style pets based on pet owner instructions and requests, following customary procedures and breed standards.
• Ensure wellness and safety of pets in our care at all times.
• Clean grooming area at the end of each day.
• Communicate effectively with clients to clarify pet needs and preferences.

Requirements

• At least one year of grooming experience.
• Graduate of a licensed grooming program.
• Ability to move/lift animals of varying weights.
• Ability to stand and bend for extended periods.
• Must provide your own grooming tools (clippers, blades, scissors, combs, brushes).

Skills

• Skilled stylist.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Production-based compensation at 50%, with potential for higher percentage based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, liability, and 401k with matching.
• Life and supplemental insurance, HSA, and FSA options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and parental leave.
• Continuing Education Allowance (for licensed/registered/certified roles).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Programs.
• Career development opportunities and referral bonus program.
• Personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, and bonuses (availability may vary by employment status).

Supplied by the hospital: bathing facilities, shampoos, dryers, bandanas, and kennels.