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Boughton Square Animal Clinic

Full-Time Experienced Dog Groomer

Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States · On-site · Clinic Staff

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About Us Boughton Square Animal Clinic is a multi-service veterinary practice offering medical care, boarding, and grooming. We are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a clean, professional, and team-oriented environment. We are also in the process of upgrading and expanding our kennel areas, creating an even better workspace for our team and a better experience for our patients and clients. Position Summary We are seeking a full-time, experienced Dog Groomer to provide professional grooming services while ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of every pet. The ideal candidate is confident grooming a wide variety of breeds and coat types, communicates well with clients and staff, and thrives in a fast-paced clinic environment. This role offers the opportunity to grow with a department that is actively being improved and invested in. Responsibilities - Perform full grooming services including bathing, brushing, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and breed-appropriate styling - Safely handle pets with varying temperaments and special needs - Communicate with clients regarding grooming preferences, coat condition, and pet behavior - Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary grooming area and equipment - Identify and communicate any health or skin concerns to the veterinary team - Work collaboratively with veterinary and kennel teams to support overall patient care Qualifications - Professional dog grooming experience required (minimum 2 years preferred) - Ability to groom a wide variety of breeds and coat types - Strong animal handling and safety skills - Excellent customer service and communication skills - Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented - Experience in a veterinary or medical setting is a plus, but not required Schedule & Compensation - Full-time position with consistent scheduling - Competitive compensation based on experience and productivity - Details discussed during the interview process Why Join Us - Established and growing grooming clientele - Upcoming facility upgrades designed to improve workflow, safety, and comfort for both pets and staff - Support from an on-site veterinary team for pets with medical needs - Clean, well-equipped grooming facilities - Collaborative, respectful, and supportive work environment