Animal Health Technician

An established business in Kimberley, Northern Cape has a vacancy available for an Animal Health Technician.

You will find a workplace that respects your time and your contribution. Ongoing training and mentorship are provided to help you reach your potential. The culture is down-to-earth, with a real focus on getting things right. Send your CV through today and take the first step towards this opportunity.

• Prepare surgical instruments and equipment by cleaning, sterilising, and packing autoclave loads according to infection control protocols.
• Monitor anaesthetised patients closely throughout surgical procedures, observing vital signs and alerting the veterinarian to any changes.
• Provide nursing care to hospitalised patients including wound management, fluid therapy, nutritional support, and comfort care.
• Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of all clinical areas, kennels, and equipment to maintain a safe environment.
• Perform laboratory tests including blood smears, urinalysis, and faecal examinations, recording results in patient records.
• Administer medications to patients as prescribed via oral, topical, injectable, and other routes, accurately recording all treatments given.

• Comprehensive knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and common diseases and conditions.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with veterinarians, colleagues, and pet owners.
• Experience in operating veterinary diagnostic equipment including blood analysers, autoclaves, and radiography machines.
• 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.
• Excellent animal handling skills with the ability to work calmly and confidently with nervous or aggressive animals.