OverviewGroomer Wanted: Make Pets Look Their Best!Waunakee Veterinary Clinic has an opportunity for a Groomer to join our team! Location: 1004 Quinn Dr, Waunakee, WI 53597 Shift Details: This is a Full Time position (30+ hours/week). We are open Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8am - 5pm, Tuesday, Thursday 8am - 6pm, Saturday 8am - 12pm, and closed on Sundays. Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00/hr (based on experience) What We Are Looking For: We're seeking an ideal candidate who can work flexible shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. They should be positive, hardworking, and self-motivated, enjoying both indoor and outdoor work in Wisconsin's diverse seasons. Attention to detail and effective communication skills are essential. There's potential for advancement, especially for those interested in pursuing a career in veterinary-related fields, with opportunities ranging from boarding and daycare to veterinary clinics. 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. ResponsibilitiesEssential 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.
QualificationsRequired 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 ...@mvetpartners.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.