Overview
Company Description
Frontier Veterinary Clinic is a full service veterinary hospital that provides thorough, compassionate, modern, and affordable care for your animals. Formerly known as Mobile Veterinary Clinic, we have been serving Abilene’s pets and their families since 1976. It is our mission to positively impact people’s lives through the health and wellness of their pets.
Job Description
Overview: The Dog Bather is responsible for providing grooming and bathing services for dogs in a safe, clean, and friendly environment. This role involves ensuring the pets are comfortable during the bathing process and maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the grooming area.
Key Responsibilities:
Gently bathe and dry dogs using appropriate techniques and products.
Brush and comb dogs to remove loose fur and mats.
Inspect dogs for skin issues, parasites, or other health concerns and report findings to the grooming staff or management.
Maintain a clean and organized grooming area, including tools and equipment.
Provide a positive experience for pets, ensuring their comfort and safety during grooming sessions.
Interact with pet owners to discuss grooming needs and any specific instructions.
Follow all safety and health regulations to maintain a sanitary environment.
Qualifications
Experience: Previous experience in pet grooming or bathing preferred but not required; training will be provided.
Knowledge: Basic understanding of different dog breeds and grooming needs.
Skills:Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with pets and their owners.
Ability to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
Good physical stamina, as the role may require standing for extended periods and lifting heavier pets.
Attitude: Passion for animals and a compassionate, patient demeanor.
This role is ideal for animal lovers looking to contribute to the well-being of pets in a professional grooming environment!
Additional information
We offer our staff:
Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Experience: Previous experience in pet grooming or bathing preferred but not required; training will be provided.
Knowledge: Basic understanding of different dog breeds and grooming needs.
Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with pets and their owners.
Ability to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
Good physical stamina, as the role may require standing for extended periods and lifting heavier pets.
Attitude: Passion for animals and a compassionate, patient demeanor.
