Groomer

Overview

Suttons Bay Animal Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time

Groomer to join our team!

We understand that a pet is part of the family. Our goal is to provide each one with a long, healthy and happy life. The day your pet enters Suttons Bay Animal Hospital it becomes part of our family too. From new puppy and kittens to graying seniors, we are there every step of the way. Our comprehensive suite of veterinary services ensures that every aspect of their wellbeing is given the excellent care they deserve.

Location: 1650 S. W Bay Shore Dr., Suttons Bay, MI 49682

Shift Details: This is a full-time position (30 hours/week) working a flexible schedule

Pay Range: $14.00 - $16.00/hour (Based on Experience); 50/50 Commission Based

What We're Looking For

🐾 Exceptional phone etiquette

🐾 Strong multi-tasking abilities

🐾 Efficiency with a keen attention to detail

🐾 Proficient computer skills

🐾 Team-oriented mindset

🐾 Ability to thrive under pressure

What We Offer

🐾 A dynamic and supportive team environment where collaboration and compassion are valued.

🐾 Opportunities for growth and advancement within our rapidly expanding practice.

🐾 Get the work-life balance you deserve with a great schedule

🐾 Competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

🐾 401K plan with company match

Job Summary: The Groomer is a key member of Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital support team. Groomers form a crucial part of MVP, building lasting relationships with customers and providing quality care to pets. Groomers perform various grooming duties necessary to improve each pet’s hygiene and enhance their physical appearance. They bathe, brush, and dry pets, clean their teeth and ears, as well as trim their nails and hair/fur.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Maintain and uphold Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Admit pets to be groomed noting owner’s specific instructions, contact information and pick up time.
• Bathing, brushing, heavy lifting, shaving and scissor trimming of pets to be groomed.
• Ear cleaning, plucking, nail trimming, and expression of anal glands.
• Provide medicated (when instructed) and general cleansing, parasite control baths, pedicures, medicated dips (when instructed) and ear cleansing, as required for each pet. Perform all general maintenance of grooming room and yard; clean and disinfect cages, tubs, grooming tables, and yard at least once daily; vacuum floor; mop floor; empty trash; clean clipper blades, scissors, and brushes after use; perform monthly dryer and clipper maintenance.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge in pet grooming & canine health.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to successfully perform the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
• A minimum of 2 years of previous grooming experience is required.
  
  

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Reasonable Accommodations

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to benefits@mvetpartners.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.