Lead Veterinary Technician - Surgery

National Veterinary Associates; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Life & disability insurance

Matching 401(k)

Short Term Disability with optional buy-up plan

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates in Bozeman, MT is seeking a skilled Lead Surgery Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in advanced surgeries, monitor anesthesia, and mentor other technicians. We prioritize high-quality care and a supportive work environment.

Key qualifications include an LVT and 2+ years of surgical experience. Compensation starts at $23/hr, with benefits such as medical insurance and paid time off. Join us to help develop the next generation of veterinary professionals!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven anesthesia, surgical, and dental experience required.
• Proven ability to monitor anesthesia and assist in complex surgeries.
• Experience training and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring anesthesia and assisting in advanced surgeries.
• Working with the surgery doctor to determine surgical flow.
• Delegating tasks to ensure efficiency and patient safety.
• Mentoring and training technicians and assistants.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Mentoring and training

Strong communication skills

Compassionate and professional mindset

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)

Job description

Lead Surgery Technician – Black Dog Veterinary Services

About Us

Black Dog Veterinary Services in beautiful Bozeman, MT is seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Surgical Technician to join our dedicated team. We are a progressive small animal hospital offering advanced surgeries, dentistry, innovative treatments, and integrative care.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technician who loves surgery and dentistry but also enjoys mentoring and leading a team. We’re looking for someone who thrives in the OR, is confident in anesthesia, surgical assistance, and dentistry, and wants to play a key role in training and developing the next generation of veterinary professionals.

At Black Dog, we’re passionate about delivering high-quality medicine and a concierge-level client experience, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We offer no weekends and after‑hours.

We are a small, close-knit team that prioritizes kindness, respect, and open communication. Leadership checks in regularly with staff, and we hold ourselves to high standards of care while supporting each other. We also believe in giving back through community outreach.

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities include:

• Monitoring anesthesia and assisting in advanced surgeries
• Working side by side with the surgery doctor to determine surgical flow and priorities
• Delegating tasks to ensure efficiency and patient safety
• Mentoring and training technicians and assistants
• Onboarding new hires to hospital protocols and standards
• Assisting in scheduling and maintaining a smooth daily workflow
• Leading by example to uphold our high standards of medicine and patient care
• Supporting collaboration between hospital leadership and the technical team

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) strongly preferred
• 2+ years of proven anesthesia, surgical, and dental experience required
• Proven ability to monitor anesthesia and assist in complex surgeries
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience training and mentoring team members
• Positive, compassionate, and professional mindset
• Excited to help shape the success of our hospital’s surgical services

Compensation & Benefits

Pay starts at $23/hr but goes up based on experience. Competitive pay.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with mental health program)
• Paid time off
• Continuing education allowance TBD
• Life & disability insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Short Term Disability with optional buy‑up plan

Why Join Us?

This is more than a job, it’s a chance to take ownership of your career while helping shape and support a talented veterinary team. If you are a skilled surgical technician with a passion for teaching, mentorship, and leadership, we want to meet you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.