Veterinary Officer

Responsibilities

• Diagnosis & Management: Assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of diverse animal health cases.
• Clinical Procedures: Administer prescribed medications, vaccinations, and routine veterinary treatments.
• Health Assessments: Conduct comprehensive animal health assessments and manage patient follow-up care.
• Client Education: Provide guidance to clients on animal care, nutrition, and disease prevention strategies.
• Record Keeping: Maintain precise and up-to-date treatment logs and electronic patient medical records.
• Laboratory & Diagnostics: Assist in collecting laboratory samples and performing basic diagnostic tests.
• Field Outreach: Actively participate in field visits, regional vaccination drives, and community outreach programs.
• Compliance: Ensure full compliance with clinic policies and national veterinary regulations set by the KVB.

Requirements

• Education: A Diploma or Degree in Animal Health and Production or a related veterinary field.
• Professional Registration: Must be registered with the Kenya Veterinary Board (KVB).
• Licensing: Must possess a valid and current KVB practicing license.
• Experience: Proven experience in handling and treating large animals.
• Technical Skills: Solid understanding of animal healthcare protocols and safe handling techniques.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills for team and client interactions.
• Environment: Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• IT Skills: Basic computer literacy for reporting and digital record-keeping.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their updated CV to jobs@peoplelink.co.ke. Please ensure the subject line of your email is either "Veterinary Officer" or "Veterinary Surgeon".