Veterinary Nurse

at University of Pretoria
Location Gauteng, South Africa
Date Posted September 7, 2022
Category Health Care / Medical
Job Type Full-time
Currency ZAR

Description

FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

ONDERSTEPOORT VETERINARY ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

VETERINARY NURSE: OVAH RADIOLOGY

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 11

RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be responsible for:

  • Taking of X-rays on all species (small, large and exotic animals, wildlife)
  • Assist with specialized procedures: CT scans, MRI scans, scintigraphy, contrast studies and ultrasound
  • Patient handling
  • Assist with administering and monitoring of sedation and anaesthesia
  • Clinic administration (record keeping, hygiene, stock control, care of equipment, safety measures etc.)
  • Assist with continuous informal training of students and student nurses
  • After hour emergency services on a rotational basis
  • Performing relief duties in other sections in the OVAH; Performing shift duties

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Degree in Veterinary Nursing (BVet Nurse). Note that students who will complete the degree at the beginning of 2022 may apply
  • Registration with the South African Veterinary Council

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

  • Ability to work under high pressure and without supervision
  • Negotiation skills
  • Ability to handle a variety of tasks simultaneously
  • Organizing abilities and a strong service orientation
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Physical mobility
  • Prioritization
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills
  • Ability to handle conflict
  • Computer literacy
  • Ability to work weekends and outside normal working hours when required for continuous service delivery in the hospital.

 

CLOSING DATE: 05 January 2022

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 15 March 2022, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

 

 

 

SALARY DETAILS

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

 

Interested?

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply

The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.

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