First Animal Caretaker (Small Animals) - Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital

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FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

ONDERSTEPOORT VETERINARY ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

FIRST ANIMAL CARETAKER: SMALL ANIMALS (2 POSTS)

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 13

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

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 incumbents 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.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications; and
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 10 March 2024

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms Granny Maseko, granny.maseko@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries and contact Sr Sarah Johnson, (012) 529 8387 for enquiries relating to post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 15 June 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.