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Groomer - Full Time

Stamford Veterinary Center and My Pet Lodge
Stamford, CT, US
Full-time

Description

We are seeking an experienced Full-Time Groomer to join our team at Stamford Veterinary Center . The candidate will be responsible for providing professional grooming services using the knowledge of canine characteristics and grooming styles and techniques.

We are looking for a candidate with an excellent work ethic and who is passionate about grooming.

Responsibilities and Duties

Groomers must have excellent animal handling skills, along with strong knowledge and understanding of the grooming techniques of all breeds of dogs, experience is welcomed but not necessary.

The responsibilities and duties of this role include :

  • Greet pets as they come in and build a strong bond with clients
  • Must be able to independently perform all grooming tasks including bathing, drying, cleaning ears, brushing, de-matting, breed-standard cuts, teeth brushing, nail trimming, etc.
  • Groom and style pets per owners' instructions and / or according to breed standards
  • Ability to groom a wide variety of dog breeds keeping current with style trends
  • Develop long-term relationships with pet parents by understanding their needs and recommending products and services that will keep their pet healthy and happy
  • Perform routine cleaning to keep the grooming environment fun and inviting (e.g. cleaning the grooming equipment, sweeping, vacuuming, organizing, cleaning, and sanitizing cages, tubs, etc.)
  • Keep records of grooming details for each visit

Requirements

  • 2+ years’ grooming / styling experience; proficient in scissoring and clipper work is paramount.
  • Excellent animal handling skills and ability to understand animal behavior
  • Operate and use all grooming tools and equipment including bathing tubs, brushes, steel combs, shears, scissors, clippers, dryers, and bathing
  • Formal training or certification is desired

Benefits and Perks

  • Paid time off inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance plans with multiple options
  • 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
  • Employer-paid Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability option
  • Complimentary Life Insurance
  • Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
  • Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
  • LGBTQIA+ support with FOLX Healthcare
  • Employee Discounts for Pet Care

At Stamford Veterinary Center and My Pet Lodge , we offer high-quality medicine and treat our visitors and their pets as family.

Our practice has a positive and collaborative culture that we would be honored for YOU to join!

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients.

One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

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