Surgery Technician Lead

Murray Hill Veterinary Associates; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Murray Hill Veterinary Associates in New Providence, NJ, is seeking an experienced veterinary surgical technician to join and lead our surgical team. Roles range from Supervisor to Manager, with training available for the right candidate.

The ideal candidate has CVT certification, strong anesthesia monitoring and dental/surgical skills, and a track record of mentoring staff in a fast-paced clinic. Leadership is encouraged, and patient care remains our top priority.

Qualifications

• CVT preferred; strong surgical skills.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and recovery.
• Leadership, mentoring, or training experience a plus.
• Reliable, organized, detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical suites, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Monitor anesthesia, vital signs, and patient recovery, communicating changes.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care, including pain management and recovery monitoring.
• Perform routine dental cleanings and take dental radiographs.
• Maintain sterile technique, instrument sterilization, infection control, and a clean surgical environment.
• Follow safety protocols and provide compassionate, patient-first care.
• Lead, support, and empower surgical technicians and assistants.
• Train, mentor, onboard team members and promote growth.
• Establish consistent surgical, anesthesia, dental, and recovery protocols.
• Foster a positive team culture built on kindness, respect, and communication.
• Coordinate daily surgical schedules, staffing, and workflow.
• Monitor inventory and ensure equipment and supplies are available.

Skills

Surgery assistance

Anesthesia monitoring

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Surgical supervision

Education

CVT certification

Tools

Dental radiography

Job description

We are a fast-paced, privately owned general veterinary practice with 12 doctors and surgeries performed Monday through Friday, averaging a minimum of 3–5 surgical procedures per day. We are looking for a reliable, experienced, and compassionate veterinary surgical technician who is passionate about patient care and interested in helping lead and develop our surgical team.

This position can range from Surgical Technician Supervisor to Surgical Technician Manager, depending on experience and qualifications. We are willing to train the right person who has strong technical skills, leadership potential, and a desire to help others succeed.

Responsibilities

Hands-On Surgical & Dental Care

Prepare surgical suites, instruments, equipment, and supplies.

Monitor anesthesia, vital signs, and patient recovery, recognizing and communicating changes in patient condition.

Provide preoperative and postoperative care, including patient handling, pain management support, and recovery monitoring.

Perform routine dental cleanings and take dental radiographs (X-rays).

Maintain sterile technique, proper instrument sterilization, infection control, and a clean, organized surgical environment.

Follow established safety protocols and provide compassionate, patient-first care.

Leadership & Staff Development

Lead, support, and empower surgical technicians and assistants.

Train, mentor, and onboard team members while promoting confidence, accountability, and professional growth.

Help establish consistent surgical, anesthesia, dental, and recovery protocols.

Foster a positive, collaborative team culture built on kindness, respect, and communication.

Help coordinate daily surgical schedules, staffing, assignments, and workflow.

Monitor inventory and ensure surgical equipment and supplies are available and ready for use.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, training, organization, and patient safety.

Qualifications

Veterinary surgical experience strongly preferred.

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) preferred; experienced veterinary technicians with strong surgical skills are encouraged to apply.

Anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, patient recovery, and dental experience.

Previous leadership, supervisory, mentoring, or training experience is a plus.

Reliable, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication skills and a compassionate, team-focused attitude.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who leads with kindness, empowers staff, enjoys teaching, and believes that supporting employees leads to better patient care. You should be comfortable balancing hands‑on surgical responsibilities with helping your team grow and succeed.

Management experience is not required for the right candidate. We are willing to train someone with strong surgical skills, initiative, and leadership potential. The position title and responsibilities will be tailored to the candidate's experience, ranging from supervisor to manager.

If you are passionate about veterinary surgery, staff development, and providing exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you!