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Veterinarian Doctor Position (01)

• Examining animals and checking their health status
• Diagnosing illnesses and determining the best treatment
• Dressing the wounds of injured animals

Job brief

We are looking for a Veterinarian to diagnose and treat our clients’ animals. Our clinic specializes in dogs, cats and occasionally smaller animals.

What does a Veterinarian do?

You’re day-to-day as a Vet includes performing surgeries on injured animals, treating wounds, spaying and neutering animals and prescribing medicine. If you love being around animals and are committed to offering them the best possible healthcare, we’d like to meet you.

Ultimately, you’ll act as the point of contact for pet owners, whether it’s to treat illnesses and injuries or to advise on animal nutrition and general care

Responsibilities

• Examine animals and check their health status
• Diagnose illnesses and determine the best treatment
• Dress wounds of injured animals
• Perform dental, ophthalmic and orthopedic surgeries
• Vaccinate animals to prevent diseases
• Spay and neuter cats and dogs as needed
• Prescribe medication
• Advise pet owners on nutrition, preventive healthcare and general care
• Conduct home visits occasionally, in case of emergency
• Update client records

Requirements and skills

• Work experience as a Veterinarian Doctor
• Experience conducting various types of surgeries, vaccinations and health checks on animals
• Knowledge of medical equipment (e.g. X-ray machines) and anesthesia procedures
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain medical terms and conditions using simple language
• Availability to take evening or weekend shifts in cases of emergency
• Patience and a love for animals
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
• Five years’ experience

Please send a written application via email. Your application should consist of a cover letter and a detailed CV. Please indicate the position you are applying for in your cover letter. Please send e-mail applications, with the position you are applying for in the subject line, to: jobs@africanagrovetz.com

DEADLINE 25^th March 2022

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