Professional Pet Groomer - Pet Spa Team… at PetSuites · Columbus

Professional Pet Groomer- Pet Spa Team

Do you take pride in creating beautiful grooms while providing a safe, positive experience for pets? Are you looking for a grooming career where you can build lasting client relationships, grow your skills, and be supported by a team that values your expertise?

At our resort, we're passionate about helping pets look and feel their best. We're seeking an experienced Professional Pet Groomer who shares our commitment to quality, safety, and exceptional customer service.

Who We Are

NVA Pet Resorts is part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA) — the largest private owner of veterinary hospitals and pet resorts in North America, with 1,300+ locations. We’re proud to be in an $8B+ industry that continues to grow as pet parents seek premium, trusted care for their furry family members.

At NVA Pet Resorts, our mission is simple: 

Create safe, fun, and loving environments for pets while providing exceptional experiences for our clients and team members. 

What You'll Do

• Perform professional grooming services for dogs, including breed-specific and pet trims
• Conduct client consultations to understand grooming goals and expectations
• Recommend services and products that support pet health and coat maintenance
• Monitor pets for health concerns and communicate observations stie leaders and pet parents
• Maintain grooming equipment and a clean, safe workspace
• Provide exceptional customer service before, during, and after each appointment
• Follow all company policies and procedures including our safety and animal handling standards
• Promote and engage in opportunities to grow sales to help achieve revenue targets and other salon metrics
• Attend required team meetings and trainings
• Other grooming/ salon duties as assigned by site leader

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of professional grooming experience preferred
• Knowledge of breed standards, coat types, and grooming techniques
• Strong scissoring and finishing skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Passion for animal care and safe, gentle handling practices
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Reliable, organized, and detail-oriented
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and attention to detail

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday
• Ability to safely handle pets of various sizes and temperaments
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail
• Ability to work in an environment that includes pet hair, loud noises, water, cleaning products, and normal pet-related messes

Grow Your Grooming Career with Us

We believe great groomers never stop learning. Through our partnership with Paragon Pet Grooming School, eligible team members with leadership support and recommendation have access to continuing education opportunities designed to expand technical skills, increase confidence, and support long-term career growth.

Whether you're refining advanced breed trims, improving efficiency, or pursuing specialized grooming knowledge, we're committed to helping you reach your professional goals.

Benefits & Perks

• Established client base and consistent grooming demand
• Commission-based earning potential and tips
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (Applicable to our Full-Time Employees)
• Paid Training
• Tips
• Career growth opportunities within NVA

Equal Opportunity Employer

NVA Pet Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Work schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
• Holidays

Supplemental pay

• Commission pay
• Tips

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discount