– Operation Theatre TechnicianPosition

Operation Theatre (OT) Technician

Department

Operation Theatre

Location

Hospital

Reporting To

OT In-Charge / Nursing Superintendent / Hospital Administrator

Contact: (phone hidden)

Experience

- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a multi-specialty hospital.
- Experience in handling major and minor surgical procedures is mandatory.

Educational Qualification

- Diploma/B.Sc. in Operation Theatre Technology (OTT) or equivalent.
- Registration/Certification (if applicable).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare the Operation Theatre before scheduled surgeries.
- Ensure OT is cleaned, sterilized, and maintained according to hospital infection control protocols.
- Arrange and verify surgical instruments, consumables, implants, and equipment before each procedure.
- Assist surgeons, anesthetists, and nursing staff during surgical procedures.
- Operate and maintain OT equipment such as:
- OT lights
- Suction apparatus
- Electrocautery machine
- Patient monitors
- Operating tables
- Defibrillator (basic handling)
- Maintain strict aseptic techniques and sterile field throughout surgeries.
- Assist in patient positioning and safe transfer before and after surgery.
- Perform instrument counting before, during, and after surgical procedures.
- Clean, disinfect, and send instruments for sterilization after every surgery.
- Monitor the availability of surgical supplies and inform the OT In-charge regarding shortages.
- Maintain OT records, registers, and surgery-related documentation accurately.




- Coordinate with CSSD, Biomedical Engineering, and other departments for smooth OT operations.
- Ensure compliance with NABH, infection control, biomedical waste management, and hospital safety protocols.
- Respond promptly during emergency surgeries and trauma cases.
- Report equipment malfunction or any unusual incidents immediately.

Required Skills

- Knowledge of surgical instruments and OT procedures.
- Understanding of sterilization and infection control practices.
- Ability to work under pressure and during emergency situations.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic computer knowledge for documentation.
- Physically fit to stand for extended periods and assist during surgeries.
- Willingness to work in rotational shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Key Competencies

- Attention to detail
- Patient safety orientation
- Qualified ethics and confidentiality
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving ability

Working Conditions

- Rotational shifts, including night shifts.
- Exposure to surgical environments.
- Mandatory use of PPE and adherence to infection control practices.

Preferred Candidate Profile

- Minimum 2 years of OT experience in a reputed hospital.
- Experience in General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynecology, Urology, ENT, Ophthalmology, and Laparoscopic surgeries will be an added advantage.
- Immediate joiners will be preferred

Job Type: Permanent Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Food provided
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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