Sea Turtle Hospital Team - Wednesday

The mission of the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center is the conservation and preservation of all species of marine turtles, both in the water and on the beach. We accomplish this through the rescue, care, and release of sick and injured sea turtles, public education regarding the plight of sea turtles and the threat of their extinction, and learning opportunities for students of biology, wildlife conservation, and veterinary medicine from around the world. As a nonprofit organization, we view our work as a privilege and are honored to work with these magnificent creatures.

Volunteers in this program assist in all aspects of the daily care and husbandry of sick and injured sea turtles. Responsibilities include: preparing food, feeding turtles, cleaning tanks, cleaning and disinfecting the facility, washing windows, mopping floors, washing dishes, washing laundry, folding laundry, restraining (holding) turtles for medical procedures, recording data, checking water quality, and maintaining life support systems. This position also serves as ambassador for sea turtles during guided tours and in the community. Additional responsibilities include: offering tours to the public, assisting in the gift shop, answering phones, and cleaning and disinfecting the public side of our facility. Please note that in order to serve on a hospital team and work with the turtles, you must also be willing to work with the public. You must also work one full day each week, and the same day each week. Work starts at 8 am and on tour days may end after 5 pm. These volunteer positions are physically demanding, requiring the ability to stand for long periods of time and the ability to lift at least 20 pounds. Minimum age 18 years.