Animal Health Technician
We are seeking a hands-on Animal Health Technician to be based at our Midrand operation in Gauteng.
The role comes with opportunities to learn, upskill, and advance over time. Hard work is matched by genuine respect for the people who do it. The team is tight-knit, dependable, and quick to support one another. If you tick the boxes below, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications to patients as prescribed via oral, topical, injectable, and other routes, accurately recording all treatments given.
- Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of all clinical areas, kennels, and equipment to maintain a safe environment.
- Monitor anaesthetised patients closely throughout surgical procedures, observing vital signs and alerting the veterinarian to any changes.
- Advise and educate pet owners on post-operative care, medication administration, diet, parasite control, and general pet care.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical records including history, examination findings, treatments, and progress notes.
Requirements
- Proficiency in clinical skills including patient restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anaesthesia monitoring.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with veterinarians, colleagues, and pet owners.
- A diploma or degree in veterinary nursing from an accredited institution and registration with the South African Veterinary Council.
- A minimum of one to three years of experience working in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or animal welfare organisation.
- A compassionate and empathetic nature with a genuine commitment to animal welfare and high-quality care.
