Animal Health Technician

The purpose of this Animal Health Technician role is to assist the veterinarian during clinical examinations and administer medications to patients as prescribed via oral.

This position is based in Springbok, Northern Cape. The team operates with a hands-on, get-it-done attitude and good camaraderie. Open communication and a solutions-focused attitude are highly valued. If that sounds like you, we would be glad to receive your application.

The role is based on-site and suits someone living within commuting distance.

• Prepare surgical instruments and equipment by cleaning, sterilising, and packing autoclave loads according to infection control protocols.
• 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.
• Take and develop diagnostic radiographs under veterinary supervision, positioning patients for optimal image quality.
• Administer medications to patients as prescribed via oral, topical, injectable, and other routes, accurately recording all treatments given.
• Monitor anaesthetised patients closely throughout surgical procedures, observing vital signs and alerting the veterinarian to any changes.

• A compassionate and empathetic nature with a genuine commitment to animal welfare and high-quality care.
• 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.
• Comprehensive knowledge of animal anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and common diseases and conditions.
• Experience in operating veterinary diagnostic equipment including blood analysers, autoclaves, and radiography machines.