Groomer

Dog Groomer Independence Veterinary Clinic (Independence, IA) The Independence Veterinary Clinic team has been proudly serving the Independence, IA community and surrounding areas for many years.
We understand pets are part of the family and we will do everything we can to ensure they live a long and healthy life.
We are looking for a part-time or full-time pet groomer to join our team and help us provide quality care to our patients.
Required Skills Understand the basics of grooming Provides their own grooming tools Be thorough and pay attention to detail Ability to make decisions independently Be flexible and open to change Be patient and remain calm in stressful situations Ability to work well with a team Ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure Feel comfortable with customer service / verbal communication Carry out basic tasks on a computer Time management Daily Responsibilities Arrive on time to scheduled shifts Create a welcoming environment for pets and their owners Discuss expectations and desires for a pet’s groom with the client Shampoo and dry the pet’s coat Shape the pet’s coat with electric clippers, scissors, or other appropriate tool Maintain a clean environment Use medical software to invoice and keep a record of the pet Use electronic schedule to be knowledgeable about upcoming scheduled grooms Answer phones for all grooming calls Work with veterinary staff to ensure pet is medically cared for properly as needed Manage daily schedule to groom pets efficiently and send them home on time Maintain an upbeat attitude Manage anxious pets appropriately (stay calm, use fear-free methods, communicate with technicians when medical intervention may be necessary) Speak with client on exit, discuss groom and if expectations were met Communicate with management when grooming products are low or need to be ordered Ensure company policies are being followed at all times Other duties as needed Job Type: Commission