Senior Veterinary Nurse
1 week ago
**UP Professional and Support**:
FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
ONDERSTEPOORT VETERINARY ACADEMIC HOSPITAL
SENIOR VETERINARY NURSE: OVAH RADIOLOGY
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:
- Taking of Radiographs on all species (small, large, exotic animals and wildlife);
- Perform, prepare and assist with specialized procedures: CT scans, MRI scans, Scintigraphy, contrast studies and ultrasound;
- Patient handling;
- Administering and monitoring of sedation and assist with monitoring of anaesthesia;
- Clinic administration (record keeping, hygiene, stock control, care of equipment, safety measures etc.);
- Utilising the picture archiving and communication system (PACS) for storage and retrieval of images;
- Continuous practical training of veterinary and nursing students;
- Involvement in the formal practical training of veterinary nurses, including progress reporting and clinic assessments;
- Train new staff;
- After hour emergency call-out services on a rotational basis;
- Performing relief duties in other sections in the OVAH; and
- Performing shift duties.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DipCurAnim or Dip Vet Nursing) or BVetNurse or equivalent;
- Registration as a veterinary nurse with the South African Veterinary Council; and
- One years’ experience in veterinary nursing.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
- Knowledge of biosecurity measures and procedures and handling of all types of small animals;
- 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; and
- Ability to work weekends and outside normal working hours when required for continuous service delivery in the hospital.
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
- Previous and/or current experience of one year or more in a clinic environment taking radiographs; and
- Experience in CT and/or MRI scanning.
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 current SAVC registration
CLOSING DATE: 3 November 2024
- The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and_ _diversity._-
- The University of Pretoria reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts_ _as_ _advertised._
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