Overview

 

Mellett Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a

Groomer

to join our team!

 

Founded in 1984, Mellett Animal Hospital is a modern, full service small-animal hospital. We specialize in providing quality care for canines and felines alike. Our practice understands the need for consistent care.

 

Location: 4636 W. Tuscarawas St., Canton, Ohio  44708

 

Shift Details: This is a full-time position (30+hours/week), working Monday-Friday.

 

Pay Range:  $14.00 - $16.00/hour + comission (based on expereience)

 

What We Are Looking For:

 

🐾Skilled in grooming various dog breeds and coat types

🐾Knowledgeable in pet safety and handling techniques

🐾Passionate about providing a positive experience for pets and their owners

🐾Strong communication skills to discuss grooming preferences and provide recommendations

🐾Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality grooming services

🐾Team player who thrives in a collaborative and professional environment

 

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 Pet Health (MPH) hospital support team.  Groomers form a crucial part of MPH, 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 MPH. 

• 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 Pet Health (MPH) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.