Surgical Technician Leader

Murray Hill Veterinary Associates PA; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Murray Hill Veterinary Associates PA in New Providence, NJ is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgical Technician with leadership potential to supervise the surgical team. The role combines hands-on surgical and dental care with staff mentoring and program development.

Responsibilities include preparing suites, assisting during procedures, monitoring anesthesia, postoperative care, and setting standard protocols. We offer growth opportunities and a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinary surgical experience strongly preferred.
• CVT preferred; experienced veterinary technicians with strong surgical skills 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.

Responsibilities

• Hands-On Surgical & Dental Care: Prepare surgical suites, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia, vital signs, and patient recovery.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care, including patient handling and pain management.
• Perform routine dental cleanings and take dental radiographs (X-rays).
• 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, and onboard team members while promoting confidence and growth.
• Help establish consistent surgical, anesthesia, dental, and recovery protocols.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture built on kindness and communication.
• Coordinate daily surgical schedules, staffing, and workflow.
• Monitor inventory and ensure equipment and supplies are available.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Detail-oriented

Reliability

Education

CVT preferred

Tools

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Dental radiography

Job description

About Our Practice

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.
• Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures.
• 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!