Animal Health Technician M000293
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To assist in the NWU veterinary hospital.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Handling of patients, treatment and follow-up.
2. Clinic admin Microvet and patients in hospital care.
Minimum requirements
- A National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Animal Health.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a veterinary clinic as a Paraveterinary worker.
- Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- An honours in Animal health /veterinary related field (NQF level 8).
- Accreditation with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) or Safe & Vault Technicians Association (SAVTA).
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- History taking and client form proper write up.
- Clinical examination and reporting to veterinarian.
- Patient aftercare and follow up.
- Punctual
- Good interpersonal skills
- Teaching skills developed under veterinarian supervision.
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr Ryno Verster, Tel: 060 940 5933
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951
CLOSING DATE: 13 October 2026
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
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