Benefits:
Employee discounts
Wellness resources
Grooming Assistant – Part Time
Animal Medical Center is looking for a dependable, hardworking, and pet-loving Part-Time Grooming Assistant to join our grooming department! This position is Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m., with the possibility of occasionally working a little later depending on the grooming schedule. Our grooming department works closely with our veterinary team, giving you the opportunity to be part of a professional environment where pet health, safety, low-stress handling, and excellent client service are priorities.
🐶 What Does a Grooming Assistant Do? As a Grooming Assistant, you will support our groomers and help provide a safe, clean, and positive experience for every pet. Your responsibilities will include:
Performing brush-outs and baths
Assisting with bathing and drying pets using low-stress handling techniques
Walking grooming pets throughout the day so they have opportunities to relieve themselves
Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, tubs, floors, and the grooming area
Keeping the bathing room clean, organized, and stocked
Monitoring pets for changes or concerns and communicating observations to the appropriate team membe
Being an advocate for pet health by recognizing and reporting concerns such as ear infections, lumps, skin abnormalities, wounds, or other changes
Following all Animal Medical Center safety, sanitation, and patient-care protocols
Helping the grooming department stay organized and operating efficiently
⭐ Who Should Apply? This position may be a great fit for someone who:
Genuinely loves working with both pets and people
Is dependable, punctual, and takes pride in their work
Is willing to learn and grow within the grooming department
Understands that working with animals requires patience, teamwork, and attention to detail
Can follow directions and consistently follow established procedures
Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
Provides outstanding customer service
Is comfortable working in a fast-paced veterinary environment
Is willing to perform cleaning and other routine tasks—not just work directly with the pets
Is comfortable working around dogs and cats of different sizes, personalities, and energy levels
Can stand for extended periods and regularly lift up to 50 pounds, with assistance for heavier pets when appropriate
🚫 Who Should NOT Apply? Please do not apply if you:
Are looking for a position where you will only bathe pets and not perform assistant or cleaning duties
Are uncomfortable bathing, drying, walking, cleaning up after, or safely handling animals
Do not enjoy working with people and providing client service
Have difficulty following established procedures or accepting direction
Are looking for a job where you can work independently without being part of a team
Are unable to reliably commit to the scheduled Monday–Friday hours
Are not comfortable working in a busy veterinary environment
This position is best suited for someone who understands that excellent grooming support means taking care of the entire pet experience—from a clean kennel and safe bath to recognizing a potential health concern and communicating it to the veterinary team.
📋 What Else Do I Need to Know?
This is a part-time position.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 7:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m., with occasional later hours as needed.
Dependability and flexibility are essential.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future.
Upon a conditional offer of employment, successful completion of a drug screen and background check is required.
The ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position is essential.
If you are dependable, enjoy working with animals and people, and want to learn while being part of a professional veterinary grooming team, we would love to hear from you!