Unit Coordinator : Diagnostic Imaging Section - Ondersterpoort Veterinary Academic Hospital

University of Pretoria / Universiteit van Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary academic hospital seeks a Unit Coordinator for the Diagnostic Imaging Section. This role involves managing clinic operations, supervising staff, maintaining high standards of care and safety, along with continuous training efforts. Candidates must possess a relevant veterinary nursing qualification and experience in veterinary nursing, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and patient communication.

Qualifications

• Registered as veterinary nurse with the South African Veterinary Council.
• Four years’ experience in veterinary nursing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating the Diagnostic Imaging Section and ensuring efficient clinic management.
• Supervising staff and ensuring communication within the section.
• Overseeing maintenance of diagnostic imaging equipment.

Skills

Clinic management

Staff supervision

Communication

Radiation safety protocols

Equipment maintenance

Education

Diploma in Veterinary Nursing

Degree in Vet Nursing

Job description

Job title : Unit Coordinator : Diagnostic Imaging Section - Ondersterpoort Veterinary Academic Hospital

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria Deadline : June 30, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Coordinating the optimum functioning of the Diagnostic Imaging Section;
• Ensuring efficient clinic management (record keeping, hygiene, stock control, care of equipment,safetymeasures and maintenance contractsetc.);
• Playing a leading role in the information systems and related information technology matters;
• Supervisingand managingsupport staff, evaluating staff performance and arranging continued training and education;
• Ensuring open communication within the section and between the sections and the Hospital Manager;
• Managing expenditure control and submit inputs towards the capital equipment budget;
• Assisting with cost estimates for procedures;
• Communicating with patientowners;
• Taking responsibility for and overseeing maintenance of all veterinary, general and specialised diagnostic imaging equipment used in the service area;
• Reporting all facilities-related damages and shortcomings and check that maintenance is done satisfactory;
• Ensuring radiation safety protocols are up to date and adhere to;
• Ensuring that clinic hygiene and biosecurity is of the highest standard;
• Assisting with continuous informal training of students and student nurses;
• Performing relief duties in other sections in the OVAH; and

MINIMUMREQUIREMENTS :

• Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DipCurAnim or Dip VetNursing) or Degree in Vet Nursing
• Registered as veterinary nurse with the South African VeterinaryCouncil; and
• Four years’ experience in veterinary nursing.