First Animal Caretaker

2 weeks ago

Pretoria, South Africa University of Pretoria Full time

**UP Professional and Support**:
FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

ONDERSTEPOORT VETERINARY ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

FIRST ANIMAL CARETAKER: SMALL ANIMALS (2 POSTS)

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 13- 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._

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:

- Cleaning and disinfecting of small animal clinics such as ICU and Highcare;
- Maintain bio-security of all patients while they are hospitalised;
- Cleaning and disinfecting cages, feeding bowels and blankets;
- Assist with animal handling;
- Removal of medical waste containers to designated area;
- Flexibility to assist in other sections in the OVAH when required; and
- Performing shift/weekend duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

- Grade 12- and 1-year experience in animal caretaking and/or experience as Kennel hand

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

- Knowledge of animal handling; and
- Knowledge of F10 hygiene control programmes.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

- Knowledge of small animal nursing procedures, biosecurity measures and procedures and handling of small animals;
- Some knowledge of detergents and disinfectants;
- Meticulous about detail, professional and a responsible person;
- Appropriate language and communication skills;
- Organizing skills and a strong service orientation;
- Physical mobility;
- Ability to work under pressure and without supervision;
- Computer literacy;
- Ability to work weekends and outside normal working hours when required for continuous service delivery in the hospital; and
- Willingness to perform shift duties.

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

CLOSING DATE: 10 March 2024- The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions._

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