FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
ONDERSTEPOORT VETERINARY ACADEMIC HOSPITAL
SENIOR VETERINARY NURSE: OUTPATIENTS
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above-mentioned 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:
- Clinic management (hygiene, stock control, care of equipment, safety measures etc.);
- Supervising personnel;
- Administering and monitoring anaesthesia and sedation;
- Performing emergency procedures (small animals);
- Communicating with patient owners;
- Demonstrating techniques to and instructing students and student nurses as well as own team member;
- Self-development;
- Being flexible to work in other sections in the OVAH; and
- Performing shift duties.
- Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DipCurAnim or Dip Vet Nursing) or BVetNurse or equivalent qualification;
- Registration as Veterinary Nurse with the South African Veterinary Council; and
- One year experience in veterinary nursing and clinic management.
- Knowledge of small animal nursing procedures, 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;
- Ability to work weekends and outside normal working hours when required for continuous service delivery in the hospital; and
- Willingness to perform shift duties.
- Experience in veterinary nursing and clinic management.
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 registration with the SAVC; and
- Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
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 L Neethling Hospital Manager at (012) 529 8174 for enquiries relating to post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under- represented designated groups.
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 not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.
