Animal Groomer and Bather jobs in Indiana

Our practice is excited to add another Groomer to our team! We have a friendly environment with personable staff. Clients are compliant and nice to work with. Staff is always around to help out if needed. Our Practice Manager and Managing Veterinarian are always available for questions. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience in grooming animals, is friendly, reliable, dedicated and can work independently but also willing to work with and learn from our other groomer. We offer a flexible schedule, assistance from other staff if needed, and learning opportunities from our seasoned groomer.

Hours of operation: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Pay range:
Either a 60/40 commission split or $15-$16 per hour

Benefits Offered (for full-time employees)

· Paid time off

· Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance

· Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k, and matching)

· Possible Bonus incentive

· Flexible work schedules

· Career and professional development

· Employee Assistance Program

· Employee Referral Program

Essential Responsibilities

· Admits patients noting the client’s specific instructions to ensure a quality outcome including contact information and pick up time.

· Determines any veterinary services required during the client’s visit. In accordance with hospital operating instructions, determines care required in agreement with the individual needs and circumstances of the patients.

· Observes patient appearance and activity for general physical condition, obvious signs of illness, disease and discontent. Parts patient’s hair to check for ticks, fleas, red, sore or inflamed areas and any lumps. Reports signs of illness, disease, injury or unusual activity to veterinary technicians or veterinarians.

· Appropriately handles patients and as needed, properly restrains hard-to-control patients.

· Performs bathing services, including shampooing and drying.

· Performs grooming services, including brushing, clipping, hand scissoring, trimming and shaping the patient’s coat. Appropriately shapes hair using knowledge of patient characteristic, grooming techniques, styles, and client’s instructions.

· Stays current and up to date on new techniques and trends that client are looking for as related to provided services.

· Provides medication (when instructed) and general cleansing, parasite control baths, pedicures, medicated dips (when instructed) and ear cleansing, as required for each patient.

· Applies technical knowledge of products and medications sold, including dietary products. Explains and educates clients on products and answers questions regarding product purchase/use.

· Performs work according to established methods specified in practice procedure manual or following special instructions.

· Performs all general maintenance of grooming room and yard; cleans and disinfects cages, tubs, grooming tables, and yard at least once daily. Vacuums and mops floor; empties trash; cleans clipper blades, scissors and brushes after use; performs monthly dryer and clipper maintenance.

· Delivers final groomed patient to client and ensures satisfaction. Appropriately addresses concerns.

· Where applicable, trains, supervises, and assists the Grooming Assistant in their performance of a variety of service functions. Sets performance standards and monitor performance. Conducts timely performance evaluations.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

· Full or part-time

· Ability to work on weekends

· Experience grooming / caring for animals

· Previous veterinary experience preferred

· Client satisfaction references preferred

· Ability to lift patients up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients over 25 pounds with assistance

· Practices OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Grooming: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Noblesville, IN 46062 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Noblesville, IN 46062: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person