OT Technician

The OT Technician will be responsible for preparing the operation theatre, handling surgical instruments, and assisting during procedures while ensuring strict adherence to sterilization and safety protocols. This requires technical expertise, precision, and the ability to work in a high-pressure environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and set up the operation theatre for surgical procedures.
• Sterilize and arrange surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist surgeons, anesthetists, and nursing staff during operations.
• Ensure strict adherence to aseptic and infection control protocols.
• Check functionality and readiness of OT equipment before procedures.
• Assist in patient preparation and positioning for surgery.
• Maintain accurate records of instruments, procedures, and OT usage.
• Ensure proper counting of surgical instruments before and after procedures.
• Manage post-operative cleaning and preparation of OT for subsequent cases.
• Coordinate with CSSD for sterilization and availability of instruments.
• Handle biomedical waste disposal as per safety guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the operation theatre.
• Assist in emergency and critical surgical procedures.
• Support anesthesia team with equipment setup when required.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of OT supplies and equipment.
• Participate in quality checks and internal audits.
• Work in rotational shifts including nights, weekends, and on-call duties.
• Communicate effectively with surgical teams and support staff.
• Follow all safety protocols and use appropriate PPE.
• Stay updated with advancements in OT technology and practices.
• Maintain professionalism, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• Contribute to improving surgical efficiency and patient safety.