# Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

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Company: Peoplelink Consultants Ltd

Category: Agriculture & Farming

Location: Kenya, Nairobi, Nairobi

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-11-09

Expires: 2026-12-09

## Job Description

Key Responsibilities 

 
- Conduct veterinary consultations, clinical examinations, diagnoses, and treat Planning.
 
- Perform surgical procedures and clinical interventions within competence.
 
- Prescribe and administer veterinary medicines in professional standards and laws.
 
- Provide preventive veterinary services (vaccinations, parasite control, wellness assessments).
 
- Manage hospitalized patients, monitor progress, and arrange follow-up care.
 
- Maintain complete, accurate, and timely clinical records and documentation.
 
- Explain diagnoses, treatment options, risks, and costs to clients to obtain consent.
 
- Observe animal welfare, infection prevention, biosecurity, and health & safety.
 
- Respond to emergencies and escalate complex cases appropriately.
 
- Work collaboratively with other veterinary professionals and support staff.
 
- Report adverse incidents, errors, equipment faults, and risks promptly.
 
- Perform other clinical and professional duties consistent with the position.

Key Requirements & Experience 

 
- Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) degree.
 
- Current registration and valid practicing licence from the Kenya Veterinary Board.
 
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in small-animal veterinary practice.
 
- Demonstrable competence in clinical examination, diagnosis, medical treatment, and routine surgical procedures.
 
- Experience in emergency care, diagnostic imaging, laboratory investigations, and inpatient management is an added advantage.
 
- In-depth knowledge of veterinary ethics, animal welfare, infection control, and clinical record management. 

## Requirements

bachelor degree
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Apply by email: jobs@peoplelink.co.ke

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