Animal Health Technician

Immediate start available for an Animal Health Technician at a busy organisation in Mossel Bay, Western Cape.

Do well here and the door to greater responsibility opens quickly. The working environment is collaborative, well-resourced, and focused on results. Hard work is matched by genuine respect for the people who do it. Do not wait — submit your details and take the next step.

• Monitor anaesthetised patients closely throughout surgical procedures, observing vital signs and alerting the veterinarian to any changes.
• Perform laboratory tests including blood smears, urinalysis, and faecal examinations, recording results in patient records.
• Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of all clinical areas, kennels, and equipment to maintain a safe environment.
• Take and develop diagnostic radiographs under veterinary supervision, positioning patients for optimal image quality.
• Assist the veterinarian during clinical examinations, surgical procedures, and dental treatments, handing instruments and providing support.
• Administer medications to patients as prescribed via oral, topical, injectable, and other routes, accurately recording all treatments given.
• Prepare surgical instruments and equipment by cleaning, sterilising, and packing autoclave loads according to infection control protocols.

• A compassionate and empathetic nature with a genuine commitment to animal welfare and high-quality care.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift medium-sized animals, and assist with animal restraint.
• Proficiency in clinical skills including patient restraint, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and anaesthesia monitoring.
• 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.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with veterinarians, colleagues, and pet owners.