Pet Bather

O’Connor Animal Hospital is a thriving, full-service practice providing exceptional care to dogs and cats in Irving, TX since 1997. Our team has proudly served the Irving, Texas community with a full range of services, including puppy and kitten vaccinations, routine wellness exams, diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures, bloodwork, dental care, boarding, and grooming.

Led by Dr. Kang, our experienced veterinary staff shares a genuine passion for animal health and well-being, working closely with pet owners to support every stage of a pet’s life. We also offer advanced surgical specialties such as laparoscopic and orthopedic procedures and are proud to be associated with local organizations including the DFW Humane Society and Paws for Irving Animals.

To better serve our diverse community, our team provides care in English, Spanish, and Korean, ensuring clear communication and a welcoming experience for every client and patient.

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Job Description

Overview: The Pet Bather is responsible for providing grooming and bathing services for pets 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 pets using appropriate techniques and products.
• Brush and comb pets to remove loose fur and mats.
• Inspect pets 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.

• Experience: Previous experience in pet grooming or bathing preferred but not required.
• Knowledge: Basic understanding of different breeds and grooming needs.
• Skills:• Strong interpersonal skills for interacting with pets and their owners.
• Ability to handle pets 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!

We offer our staff:

Pay: $11-14/hr depending on experience 

• 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/.