Coyne Veterinary Center - Crown Point
Grooming Assistant
Coyne Veterinary Center - Crown Point, Crown Point, Indiana, United States, 46307
Job Description
Job Description
Coyne Veterinary Center is looking for a friendly animal loving individual to join our grooming team! At Coyne, our goal is to provide excellent veterinary services to the community and do everything possible to help those in need. We are a full-service state-of-the-art animal hospital located in Crown Point, IN. Each one of our employees are chosen based on their compassion, skills and in-depth veterinary knowledge. We strive to create a nurturing, educational, and fun environment for all employees, clients, and animals who enter our doors. Our licensed and professionally trained groomers need dedicated hardworking assistants to help manage their workload. We offer the potential for growth and opportunity for on the job training as positions open up! Job Responsibilities: Assist Groomers with bathing, blow-drying, brushing in an efficient and effective manner
Bathe animals going home from boarding
Safely and properly restrain animals for hair-cuts
Prepare the bathing area
Mix shampoos and conditioner to proper dilution ratios
Maintain a clean work station
Clean cages
Confirm next day grooming appointments with clients
Schedule future grooming appointments
Assist the Groomers with invoicing
Fill out grooming forms
Knowledge about the vaccine schedule and required boosters for animals
Make calls to clients when pets are ready for pick-up
Skills Needed: Love and compassion for animals
Positive attitude
Ability to read and comprehend instructions
Effective communication skills
Experience caring for animals, proper animal handling and restraint techniques (or willingness to learn)
Ability to learn veterinary software
Exceptional customer service skills
Must be able to multitask in a fast paced environment
Ability to stand and bend for long periods of time
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Detail-oriented, outgoing, reliable and honest
Weekend availability
6:30 am - 3 pm availability
Physical Obligations: Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Endure standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time
Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment
Take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation
Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum age requirement of 18 years old
Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance offered
401k offered after 1 year of employment with 3% employer match
PTO and sick pay offered and increases with longevity of employment
Uniform allowance
Great pet care discount
Friendly and compassionate work environment
Coyne Veterinary Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Coyne Veterinary Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Description
Coyne Veterinary Center is looking for a friendly animal loving individual to join our grooming team! At Coyne, our goal is to provide excellent veterinary services to the community and do everything possible to help those in need. We are a full-service state-of-the-art animal hospital located in Crown Point, IN. Each one of our employees are chosen based on their compassion, skills and in-depth veterinary knowledge. We strive to create a nurturing, educational, and fun environment for all employees, clients, and animals who enter our doors. Our licensed and professionally trained groomers need dedicated hardworking assistants to help manage their workload. We offer the potential for growth and opportunity for on the job training as positions open up! Job Responsibilities: Assist Groomers with bathing, blow-drying, brushing in an efficient and effective manner
Bathe animals going home from boarding
Safely and properly restrain animals for hair-cuts
Prepare the bathing area
Mix shampoos and conditioner to proper dilution ratios
Maintain a clean work station
Clean cages
Confirm next day grooming appointments with clients
Schedule future grooming appointments
Assist the Groomers with invoicing
Fill out grooming forms
Knowledge about the vaccine schedule and required boosters for animals
Make calls to clients when pets are ready for pick-up
Skills Needed: Love and compassion for animals
Positive attitude
Ability to read and comprehend instructions
Effective communication skills
Experience caring for animals, proper animal handling and restraint techniques (or willingness to learn)
Ability to learn veterinary software
Exceptional customer service skills
Must be able to multitask in a fast paced environment
Ability to stand and bend for long periods of time
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Detail-oriented, outgoing, reliable and honest
Weekend availability
6:30 am - 3 pm availability
Physical Obligations: Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Endure standing and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time
Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment
Take safety precautions for exposure to toxins, drugs, anesthesia and radiation
Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum age requirement of 18 years old
Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance offered
401k offered after 1 year of employment with 3% employer match
PTO and sick pay offered and increases with longevity of employment
Uniform allowance
Great pet care discount
Friendly and compassionate work environment
Coyne Veterinary Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Coyne Veterinary Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.