Surgery Staff Supervisor

The Surgical & Sterile Services Manager is a mission‑critical leadership role responsible for the operational success of our surgical theatres 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. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of Technicians and Sterile Processing specialists, ensuring the highest standards of care for both elective and complex, non‑elective procedures across a vast range of species. Core Responsibilities Operations & Personnel Leadership Strategic Oversight: Manage daily workflow, case assignments, and room readiness. Serve as 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, manage on‑call rotations, PTO, and student schedules to ensure uninterrupted operational readiness. Clinical Education & Technical Support Instructional Leadership: Direct training of new employees and DVM students in sterile technique, equipment operation, and SOPs. Surgical Support: 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. Compliance, Safety & Asset Management Safety Authority: Serve as Primary Laser Safety Officer for three medical hospitals, maintain all safety certifications, and lead biannual training. Sterile Integrity: Partner with the Infectious Disease Committee to manage nosocomial culture programs and hospital‑wide sterilization policies. Capital Assets: Oversee maintenance and vendor relationships for high‑value surgical instrumentation, including portable C‑ARMs, autoclaves, and cautery systems. The Ideal Candidate Clinical Judgment: Remain composed and exercise sound judgment in emotionally charged or high‑stakes clinical situations. Academic Commitment: Genuine interest in the mentorship and development of 4th‑year veterinary students. Autonomy: Self‑starter capable of managing large‑scale hospital systems with minimal supervision. Environmental & Physical Requirements Work in an environment involving sick animals, hazardous materials, and gas anesthetics. Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and remain on‑site beyond scheduled hours when surgical cases require extended support. Other Responsibilities Other duties as assigned. Qualifications 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: 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. Valid NC Driver's License required. EEO Statement NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex‑offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. NC State University participates in E‑Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr NC State University