After-hours Veterinary Nurse Gauteng, Fourways Area

3 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Optivet Full time

General Nursing and Emergency Care

Preparing an animal for surgery

Administering drugs, anaesthetic injections

Monitoring anaesthetised patients during surgery

Assisting veterinarian in theatre with surgery when needed

Undertaking diagnostic tests

Performing in-house laboratory tests

Taking and sending off laboratory samples

Taking radiographs and preparing for scopes procedures

Monitoring and caring for hospitalised patients

Follow-up care which includes bandage change and suture removal

Assisting with pharmacy orders and client communication

Dip/Degree in Veterinary Nursing
SAVC Registration
Updated CPD Points
Excellent Communication Skills, Verbal and Writing
Relationship Building Abilities AND A LOVE FOR ANIMALS
Sales Skills will be an advantage
Valid Driver’s License
Fluent in English

Between 3 - 5 Years



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