Groomer

Job description

Pet Doctors Palmerton North is a well-established, fast-paced, companion animal clinic with a large team of five vets, 10 nurses, 2 cattery attendants and a dedicated client relations officer. The team prides itself on high standards of care and exceptional customer service.

We are currently looking for a Groomer to be based at our Palmerston North clinic. This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to be based in a busy veterinary practice.

About the role: 

• Grooming of various dog breeds including scissor clips and speciality face and feet styles
• Bathing and drying animals 
• General care of the salon and equipment 
• Keeping the salon tidy and clean at all times 

Key skills for this role include: 

• Fluent in verbal and written English 
• Previous professional grooming experience and/or qualifications are highly desirable 
• Gentle and confident dog handling techniques 
• Experience in clipping nails, using clippers on paws, and hygiene clips 
• Must be physically able to work in an environment requiring repeated heavy lifting as we groom dogs of all shapes and sizes
• A great team player with a positive, can do attitude 
• Good working knowledge of dog breeds and must love dogs!

If this is you, please apply online with your CV.