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Groomer - Full Time - Potomac, Maryland

Falls Road Veterinary Hospital

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Who we are

At Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network.

At Falls Road Veterinary Hospital, we offer primary care, grooming, bathing, and daycare services for dogs and cats in Potomac, the DC-Metro area, and Montgomery County. We are dedicated to providing your pets with the best veterinary care possible. We offer a wide range of services, from routine physicals and vaccinations to diagnostic procedures and surgeries. Our talented, experienced staff can offer you and your pets the highest quality care close to home.

Falls Road Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Pet Groomer to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

We believe that grooming plays a critical role in a pet's health and the human-animal bond. Our groomers take pride in not only their outstanding skills and compassion but also their client communication and customer service!

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform full-service grooming, including bathing, brushing, drying, haircuts, styling, nail trimming, ear cleaning and sanitary trims
• Safely and humanely handle pets of varying sizes, breeds, temperaments and coat types
• Report any abnormal presentation of pets in the care of the hospital or grooming salon to the attending veterinarian and technical staff
• Assess coat and skin condition and communicate any concerns (matting, skin issues, parasites) to pet owners and medical team.
• Maintain an organized, safe and hygienic grooming workspace.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Previous experience as a professional pet groomer required
• Knowledge of breed-specific cuts and coat care techniques
• Proficiency in safely using grooming tools and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship

You’ll Grow With Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital
• Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits - our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period
• Tenure-based incentive program and performance bonuses
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

and so much more!

Our groomers earn a base hourly rate starting at $19/hour, based on experience, skill level, and location. In addition to hourly pay, groomers are eligible for commission, which is calculated as a percentage of the grooming services they provide.

Commission rates are negotiable and performance-based, meaning that base compensation may increase with factors such as service volume, quality of work, and client retention. This structure is designed to reward both consistency and excellence in service. We provide full details on our commission structure during the interview process.
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At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.