Pet Groomer - Round Lake, IL

We’re looking for a pet groomer to join our team at Round Lake Animal Hospital. Pet grooming is a crucial part of our organization, building lasting relationships with customers and providing quality care to pets. This is a great opportunity for some who’s an animal lover and ready for the ins and outs of grooming. The idea candidate is hardworking, custom service oriented, and patient with both pets and people. There’s no better place to launce an exciting, fulfilling career in animal services that Round Lake Animal Hospital. 

Objectives of this role: 

Deliver outstanding customer service to pet owners by executing style requests, communicating clearly and honestly, and bringing a positive attitude to work each day. 

Provide exemplary cosmetic care for pets, being gentle and patient with anxious and difficult animals. 

Protect the best interests of our customers and their pets, notifying owners of any concerns, including skin abnormalities, ear infections, ticks, and fleas. 

Help our hospital continue to grow by forming lasting relationships with customers that result in repeat visits. 

Responsibilities: 

• Clean and freshen pet hair by washing, shampooing, and conditioning it 

• Shave, trim, and style pet hair according to the owner’s preferences 

• Maintain overall pet hygiene by clipping nails, brushing teeth, and cleaning ears 

• Maintain a clean workstation by sanitizing and sweeping before the arrival of every client and at the end of the workday 

• Advise owners on at-home care tips and the best practices for their pets 

Required skills and qualifications: 

• Licensed groomer 

• Demonstrated passion for animals 

• Ability to work comfortably with animals, including anxious ones 

• Ability to stand for at least two hours and lift animals weighing over 50 pounds 

• Willingness to learn new skills and techniques 

• Well-developed verbal communications skills 

• Excellent attention to detail 

We offer some gfreat benefits, including: 

Financial Benefits:  

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance 

• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan 

• Flexible Spending Account 

• 529 Savings Plan 

• Tuition Support Program 

• Referral bonus program  

Wellness Benefits:  

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision 

• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance 

• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child 

• Sick Time / Paid Time Off 

• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets 

• Pet discounts on services and products 

• Pet food discount program  

Workplace Benefits:  

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program 

• Professional development opportunities  

• State license reimbursement 

• VTNE exam fee reimbursement 

• Continuing education allowance 

• Uniform allowance  

• A vibrant Facebook community where like-minded teammates come together to share ideas, swap experiences, and uplift each other with support and inspiration! 

Lifestyle Benefits: 

• Six paid holidays 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Employee discount program 

What are you waiting for? Apply today! 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Round Lake Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.