Veterinarian | Western Cape, Northern Suburbs Job at Optivet

The Opportunity

• This position offers an excellent balance between professional development and personal wellbeing. There are no after-hours duties, with patients requiring overnight or intensive care referred to nearby specialists and referral hospitals. This allows the veterinary team to focus on delivering high-quality clinical care while maintaining sustainable working hours.
• The ideal candidate will be a qualified and SAVC-registered Veterinarian with approximately 2–3 years of small animal clinical experience. Newly qualified veterinarians with the right attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply.
• Ensure all team members provide quality and ethical care to all clients and their pets.
• Assess, examine, and diagnose patients’ medical issues.
• Perform surgery, dress, and treat wounds.
• Perform 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.

What they're looking for

• BVSc Degree
• SAVC Registration
• Updated CPD Points
• Excellent Communication Skills, Verbal and Written
• Relationship-building abilities and a love for animals
• Sales Skills will be an advantage
• Valid Driver’s License
• Fluent in Afrikaans & English