Key Responsibilities
Prepare and arrange surgical instruments, sets, consumables and equipment before surgery.
Maintain strict aseptic and sterile techniques throughout the procedure.
Assist the surgeon by passing instruments and other required materials during surgery.
Perform and document instrument, sponge, swab and needle counts before and after the procedure.
Anticipate the surgeon's requirements and ensure timely availability of instruments and consumables.
Assist in specimen handling, labeling and secure transfer to the laboratory.
Maintain the sterile field and immediately report any breach of sterility.
Ensure proper cleaning, segregation and transfer of used instruments to CSSD for sterilization.
Assist in maintaining OT readiness for the next procedure.
Follow hospital infection-control, patient-safety and OT protocols.
Maintain accurate OT and nursing documentation.
Assist during emergency procedures and other duties assigned by the OT In-charge.