Pet Groomer

Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates

Job Description

Experienced Pet Groomer | Purcellville, VA 

Location: Purcellville, Virginia
Job Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Compensation: Competitive pay based Production and Tips

Do you have a passion for animals and an eye for detail? Join our friendly, professional grooming team in the heart of Purcellville! We're a locally owned pet care facility dedicated to providing top-quality grooming services in a clean, calm, and pet-loving environment.

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Pet Groomer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable grooming all breeds of dogs (and ideally cats), have excellent customer service skills, and a strong commitment to safety and care.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide full-service grooming including baths, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and de-shedding

  • Communicate with pet owners to determine their grooming preferences and any specific concerns

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized grooming area

  • Recognize signs of stress or health issues in pets and alert owners when necessary

  • Ensure a positive and comfortable experience for every pet

 What We’re Looking For:

  • 1+ years of grooming experience preferred (willing to consider recent grooming school graduates)
       

  • Comfortable handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments

  • Gentle, patient, and animal-loving attitude

  • Strong communication and time management skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • Must be able to lift 40+ lbs

 Perks & Benefits:

  • Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time available)

  • Steady clientele and growth opportunities

  • Employee discounts on grooming and pet care products

  • Supportive and fun team environment


If you're looking to join a community-oriented, animal-loving workplace where your talents are appreciated, we want to hear from you!

 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
 
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.