Animal Nursing assistant

HR Supreme; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Paarl is seeking a caring Nursing Assistant to support their team with daily patient care. The role involves assisting with patient restraint, cleaning, feeding, and monitoring animals. Ideal candidates will have a passion for animal care and be compassionate, reliable team players. Competitive opportunities await in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous animal care or kennel experience preferred.
• Physically fit and comfortable with all animals.
• Compassionate, reliable, and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient restraint and basic care.
• Clean cages, prep areas, and surgical rooms.
• Feed, walk, and monitor animals.
• Restock and maintain supplies.
• Support vets and nurses as needed.

Skills

Animal care experience

Physical fitness

Compassion

Reliability

Team player

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a caring, hands-on Nursing Assistant to support our veterinary team with daily patient care, cleaning, and handling tasks. You’ll help keep the hospital running smoothly while ensuring our patients are safe, comfortable, and well cared for.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient restraint and basic care
• Clean cages, prep areas, and surgical rooms
• Feed, walk, and monitor animals
• Restock and maintain supplies
• Support vets and nurses as needed

Qualifications/Requirements

• Previous animal care or kennel experience preferred
• Physically fit and comfortable with all animals
• Compassionate, reliable, and a team player