Veterinary Technician - Surgery

Sea Island Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Surgery Veterinary Technician to join our highly respected, AAHA-accredited small animal general practice in beautiful Beaufort, South Carolina. If surgery is where you shine and you’re passionate about anesthesia, patient safety, and continual growth, this role was designed for you.

About Us

Sea Island Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive GP with a strong commitment to fear-free medicine, teamwork, and high standards of care. Our hospital supports a collaborative medical environment with:

- A newly remodeled surgical suite and dental suite

- Advanced diagnostics and equipment, including:

- Full IDEXX in-house laboratory

- Digital radiology & digital dental radiology

- Two ultrasound units

- Oxygen cage

- Complete anesthesia monitoring equipment

We’ve worked intentionally to build a strong, positive culture rooted in respect, communication, and shared accountability. Our team creates and revisits team agreements at every meeting to ensure we’re supporting one another and maintaining a healthy workplace.

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About the Role: Surgery Veterinary Technician

This is a surgery-focused technician position, ideal for someone who wants to be solely dedicated to surgical patients and anesthesia.

Key Responsibilities:

· Assist veterinarians with surgical procedures

· Prepare and maintain surgical instruments and packs

· Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients

· Intubation and anesthesia machine operation

· Monitor anesthesia both electronically and physically

· Support post-operative recovery and patient comfort

· Maintain surgical suite cleanliness and organization

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Who We’re Looking For

· Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience

· Strong anesthesia and surgical knowledge

· Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) preferred, but not required

· A team-first mindset with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and passion for learning

· Someone who thrives in a collaborative, communicative, and supportive environment

Personality, attitude, and passion matter just as much as technical skills here.

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Schedule & Compensation

· 4 ten-hour shifts per week

· Rotating schedule of 2 Saturdays per month

· $20–$27/hour, based on experience

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Benefits & Perks

· Medical, dental & vision insurance

· 401(k)

· Paid time off

· Quarterly Paw Plan Bonus

· Pet care discounts

· Uniform allowance

· Life insurance

For Licensed Technicians:

· CE allowance

· License reimbursement

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Growth, Training & CE

We believe in investing in our team.

· We offer two CE events per month (Lunch & Learns)

· Extensive in-house training program

· Clear technician leveling system to support career growth

· Training guides provided

· Leadership that is committed to helping you grow — if you’re invested, we are too

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Why Sea Island Animal Hospital?

· Strong, intentional culture

· Open communication and shared accountability

· Fear-free philosophy

· A hospital that values ideas, feedback, and continuous improvement

· Opportunities to grow, learn, and truly make a difference in the lives of pets and people

If you’re a surgery-driven veterinary technician looking for a hospital that values both excellence and humanity, we would love to meet you.