Clinical Assistant (Reproduction) - Department of Production Animal Studies at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

Responsibilities
The successful candidate will actively participate in the following areas:

• Registering for and pursuing a postgraduate degree in MMedVet (Gyn) with the view to complete the specialist training in reproduction of domestic animals and to obtain the degree within the prescribed time;
• Actively participating in the clinical/experiential training of veterinary and veterinary nursing students while rendering services in the clinics of the Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital, on farms and in satellite clinics;
• Participating in providing a 24-hour clinical service and in community engagement activities, including disadvantaged communities, as delegated by the Head of Department;
• Participate in Departmental research and publications;
• Performing departmental administrative duties as delegated by the Section head/Head of Department.

Minimum Requirements

• A BVSc/BVMCh degree or an appropriate equivalent veterinary qualification;
• Registration as a veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).

Any one of the following:

• Minimum of two years’ clinical experience as a registered and practicing veterinarian for candidates who graduated before introduction of Compulsory Community service year, or
• Evidence (provide verifiable case logs) of experience in handling an appreciable number of reproduction cases as a veterinarian whilst serving under the Compulsory Community service year and a minimum of one years’ clinical experience as a registered and practicing veterinarian; or
• Training of at least one year in the specific field (reproduction) as an intern at a recognised training facility
• Compliance with entry requirements for a Masters’ programme with a commitment to enrol for an MMedVet(Gyn) degree and to complete within prescribed time frame;

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines .

• Computer literacy (Windows, MS Office, Internet);
• Out-of-hours availability for rotational clinical services, including time away from the Faculty;
• Subject knowledge of the field;
• Good language and communication skills;
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team (relate to students, colleagues and supervisors).