Surgery Staff Supervisor
About the role
The Surgical & Sterile Services Manager is a mission-critical leadership role responsible for the operational success of our surgical theaters across the Randall B. Terry Jr. Companion Animal Medical Center and the Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Center. This role requires a sophisticated balance of administrative oversight, clinical expertise, and educational leadership.
Responsibilities
Strategic Oversight: Manage daily workflow, case assignments, and room readiness. Serve as the primary liaison between specialty services and anesthesia providers to ensure seamless patient transitions.
Talent Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of staff employment, including recruitment, performance evaluations, and professional development.
Logistics: Coordinate complex 24/7 staffing models, managing on-call rotations, PTO, and student schedules to ensure uninterrupted operational readiness.
Clinical Education & Technical Support: Direct the training of new employees and DVM students in sterile technique, equipment operation, and SOPs. Provide technical guidance during complex interventions in specialties such as Neurology, Soft Tissue, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, and Cardiology.
Advanced Knowledge: Maintain a high level of proficiency in drug calculations, intra-op medication administration, and multi-species surgical protocols.
Safety & Asset Management: Serve as the Primary Laser Safety Officer for three medical hospitals, maintaining all safety certifications and leading biannual training. Partner with the Infectious Disease Committee to manage nosocomial culture programs and hospital-wide sterilization policies. Oversee the maintenance and vendor relationships for high-value surgical instrumentation, including portable C-ARMs, autoclaves, and cautery systems.
Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education: Bachelor’s degree and two years of general research experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Qualifications: Personnel Leadership: Experience supervising varied teams and managing professional development in a veterinary clinic or high-volume setting. Clinical Technical Proficiency: Strong foundational knowledge of surgical environments, sterile techniques, and various medical specialties. Educational Aptitude: A demonstrated ability to train, coach, or mentor individuals with varying levels of experience. Operational Management: Proven success in handling complex logistics, including staff scheduling and resource coordination. Regulatory & Safety Oversight: Familiarity with maintaining hospital safety standards, equipment compliance, and quality control protocols.
Required License or Certification: Licensed/Registered/Certified by any state. Graduation from an AVMA fully accredited two- or four-year Veterinary Technician program.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.