Role & responsibilities

- Prepare the Ophthalmic OT before scheduled surgical procedures.

- Ensure availability and proper functioning of ophthalmic surgical instruments, equipment, and consumables.

- Assist Ophthalmologists during procedures such as cataract surgery, SICS, phacoemulsification, glaucoma, corneal and other ophthalmic surgeries.

- Perform appropriate cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and maintenance of surgical instruments.

- Assist in setting up surgical trays and maintaining sterile conditions throughout procedures.

- Handle and operate ophthalmic OT equipment as per hospital protocols.

- Check OT equipment, microscopes, phaco machines, cautery, suction, and other relevant equipment before surgery.

- Assist in patient positioning and preparation as directed by the clinical team.

- Maintain proper documentation of OT procedures, instrument usage, sterilization, and consumables.

- Ensure proper handling, storage, and inventory of surgical instruments and consumables.

- Follow infection-prevention, biomedical waste management, and patient-safety protocols.

- Coordinate with Ophthalmologists, nurses, anesthesia staff, and other OT personnel for smooth conduct of surgeries.





- Assist with post-operative OT cleaning and preparation for the next procedure.

- Report equipment malfunction, shortage of supplies, or any OT-related issue to the concerned supervisor.

- Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct at all times.

Preferred candidate profile

Preferred Candidate Profile

- Diploma/B.Sc. in Ophthalmic Technology / Ophthalmic Techniques / Optometry or relevant qualification.

- 15 years of experience as an Ophthalmic OT Technician, preferably in a hospital or medical college.

- Hands-on experience in cataract, phacoemulsification, SICS, glaucoma and other ophthalmic surgeries.

- Good knowledge of ophthalmic surgical instruments, OT setup, sterilization and infection-control protocols.

- Familiarity with operating microscope, phaco machine, cautery and other ophthalmic OT equipment.

- Strong ability to assist Ophthalmologists during surgical procedures.

- Good communication, teamwork and coordination skills.

- Disciplined, responsible and patient-oriented approach.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital setting and rotational shifts.

- Candidates with experience in a medical college / tertiary-care hospital will be preferred.

📌 Ophthalmic Technician (Ghaziabad)
🏢 Rama University
📍 Ghaziabad