Snr Veterinary Nurse

2 weeks ago

Pretoria, South Africa University of Pretoria Full time

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

ONDERSTEPOORT VETERINARY ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

SENIOR VETERINARY NURSE: ANAESTHESIA

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for:

- Plan daily procedures in conjunction with lecturers and students from relevant clinics;
- Preparing and assisting with small, large animals and wildlife surgical procedures;
- Anaesthetise theatre cases and monitor and support other personnel and students with the process;
- Care for and maintain the condition and cleaning of sensitive and expensive equipment e.g. Storz, clippers, bair huggers, etc.;
- Theatre clinic management and practice with emphasis on proper knowledge of sedation and anaesthetic protocols, 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);
- Monitor Oxygen usage and refilling of oxygen banks if empty by contacting contractor;
- 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; and
- 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; and
- 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; and
- Ability to work weekends and outside normal working hours when required for continuous service delivery in the hospital.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

- Knowledge of anaesthetic drugs and dosages; and
- Knowledge of chemicals and biosecurity.

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 registration with the SAVC; and

CLOSING DATE: 10 March 2024
- The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity._
- represented designated groups._
- The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised._
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