Veterinary Technologist
4 months ago
Johannesburg, South Africa
Prostaff Holdings
Full time
Minimum requirements for the role: - A minimum 3-year degree or diploma in Veterinary Technology is essential for this role.
- Must be fully registered with SAVC as a Veterinary Technologist (not student registration).
- Previous experience having performed bacteriology / molecular-based tests would be advantageous.
- The successful candidate must be computer literate.
- Have the ability to carry out laboratory bench work and interpret results.
- Must be analytical and innovative thinking.
- Have the ability to write sops according to minimum standards.
- Must be able to implement plans.
- Must have a clear understanding of QMS (ISO/ IEC 17025) laboratory accreditation principles.
- Assisting with various laboratory functions within the micro and molecular veterinary laboratory.
- Providing feedback to the operations manager on all work-related matters.
- Performing all test methods according to the training capacity or competency.
- Performing and reporting tests within specified turn-around time.
- Maintaining a minimum stock level of all materials needed.
- Participating in serology proficiency testing schemes.
- Reviewing and verifying test results.
- Using appropriate methods and techniques to carry out diagnostic tests.
- Participating in elaborating and reviewing SOPs.
- Promoting and maintaining laboratory safety procedures at the section level as well as efficient laboratory conditions required for personnel safety and effective running of diagnostic tests.
- Providing guidance to laboratory assistants.
- Completing and participating in non-conformance investigations.
- Assisting with other work when and as required.