Veterinarian - West Rand, Gauteng
Optivet
Job description
About the role
A well-established and busy vet practice in the West Rand, Gauteng, is looking for a dedicated veterinarian for a long-term commitment. The practice has over 40 years of community service and offers stability, mentorship and growth. The role suits both newly qualified veterinarians and experienced professionals; candidates start as employed veterinarians with the possibility of future partnership.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure all team members provide quality and ethical care to clients and their pets
- Assess, examine and diagnose patients' medical issues
- Perform surgery, dress and treat wounds
- Carry out diagnostic laboratory, imaging and ultrasound testing where required
- Prescribe medication
- Promote preventative care by advocating and administering routine vaccinations and immunisations
- Educate clients on positive lifestyle choices for pets
- Euthanise patients if and when needed
- Ensure compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies and procedures
- Maintain patients' medical records
Required profile
- BVSc degree and SAVC registration
- Openness to long-term growth, with potential for future partnership
- Commitment to honesty, integrity and critical thinking in veterinary care
- Dedication to continuing education and professional growth
Required skills
- Updated CPD points
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- A love for animals and a commitment to their well-being
The practice offers hands-on training, CPD events and courses. Applications can be submitted online through the recruiter's contact form.
Questions fréquentes
Why are you reporting this job?
Explore further
Salaries, guides and searches in South Africa.
Salaries by job title
Apply in 30 seconds
Enter your email to apply. An account will be created automatically.
By continuing, you accept our terms of use.
Already have an account? Login
A question about this job?
Ask it here: you will get the full job summary by e-mail, right away.
Boost your chances
Upload your CV — we will match you with relevant openings.
Analyzing your CV...
Optivet
Related job offers
-
Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary - Orthopaedic/Surgical Ward
Life Bay View Private Hospital Mossel Bay -
Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary - Theatre
Life Bay View Private Hospital Mossel Bay -
Theatre Administrator
Life Empangeni Private Hospital Empangeni -
Registered Nurse - Ortho/Surgical Ward
Life Bay View Private Hospital Mossel Bay -
Senior Biostatistician (HIV Vaccine Programmes)
Desmond Tutu Health Foundation Cape Town