Senior Veterinary Nurse

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa University of Pretoria Full time

UP Professional and Support:

FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

ONDERSTEPOORT VETERINARY ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

SENIOR VETERINARY NURSE:

OVAH THEATRE


PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9- The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

  • Preparing and assisting with small, large animals and wildlife surgical procedures;
  • Theatre management and practice with emphasis on proper knowledge of surgical procedures, correct handling and care of instruments, theatre hygiene, maintenance of equipment, stock control, orders (pharmaceuticals, medical, prostheses and implants and cleaning and biosecurity products);
  • Patient care (pre, intra
- and postoperative);

  • 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 when required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DipCurAnim or Dip Vet Nursing); or BVetNurse; or equivalent
  • Registered as veterinary nurse with the South African Veterinary Council;
  • Two years' experience in veterinary nursing and general clinic management of which at least one year is in theatre practice

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.
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.

  • A comprehensive CV;
  • Certified copies of qualifications and SAVC registration;

CLOSING DATE:
5 May 202- The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity._

  • The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions._


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