Senior Veterinary Nurse: Ovah Theatre - Johannesburg - University of Pretoria

Description

SENIOR VETERINARY NURSE: OVAH THEATRE RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be responsible for the following key duties:

• Preparing and assisting with small, large animals and wildlife surgical procedures;
• Theatre management and practice emphasizing proper knowledge of surgical procedures, correct handling and care of instruments, theatre hygiene, maintenance of equipment, stock control, orders, cleaning and biosecurity products;
• Patient care pre-, intra- and postoperative;
• Assisting with continuous informal training of students and student nurses;
• Providing after hour emergency services on a rotational basis;
• Performing relief duties in other sections in the OVAH when required;
• Undertaking shift duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The successful incumbent must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DipCurAnim or Dip Vet Nursing) or equivalent qualification;
• Registration as a veterinary nurse with the South African Veterinary Council;
• At least two years' experience in veterinary nursing and general clinic management, including one year in theatre practice.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:

• Ability to work under high pressure without supervision;
• Capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Strong organizing abilities and a service-oriented approach;
• Accuracy and attention to detail;
• Physical mobility;
• Effective interpersonal skills;
• Conflict resolution ability;
• Flexibility to work weekends and outside normal working hours as required for continuous service delivery in the hospital.

CORE VALUES AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with its Employment Equity Plan, preference may be given to candidates from under-represented designated groups. All qualified applicants are invited to apply.