Shelter Veterinary Surgery Technician — Flexible PT/FT

The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach; North Myrtle Beach (SC); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach seeks an experienced Veterinary/Surgery Technician to join our clinic team in North Myrtle Beach, SC. We welcome both full-time and part-time applicants and will tailor a schedule with the right candidate.

You will assist veterinarians with spay/neuter and other surgeries, prep patients, monitor anesthesia, draw blood, maintain records, and keep the clinic clean and organized.

Qualifications

• Prior veterinary technician experience preferred.
• Surgical and anesthesia experience is especially important.
• Clinical setting with strong patient monitoring and care.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with spay/neuter and other surgical procedures.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including restraint, sedation and surgical prep.
• Monitor patients under anesthesia and during recovery.
• Place IV catheters, draw blood and administer medications as directed.
• Maintain accurate medical and surgical records.
• Prepare, clean, sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment.
• Assist with vaccinations, testing, preventatives and basic wellness services.
• Handle dogs and cats of different sizes, breeds and temperaments safely.
• Monitor shelter animals for medical concerns and communicate changes to teams.
• Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary clinic and surgical environment.
• Help with inventory, medications and clinic supplies.
• Jump in wherever needed—we’re a shelter, so teamwork is essential.

Skills

Vet Technician

Surgical anesthesia

Job description

The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach seeks an experienced Veterinary/Surgery Technician to join our clinic team in North Myrtle Beach, SC. We welcome both full-time and part-time applicants and will tailor a schedule with the right candidate.

You will assist veterinarians with spay/neuter and other surgeries, prep patients, monitor anesthesia, draw blood, maintain records, and keep the clinic clean and organized.