Hair Transplant Technician

Summary

This job is provided by apna.co Job Summary:The Hair Transplant Technician plays a crucial role in assisting surgeons during hair transplant procedures. This involves preparing the surgical site, handling delicate instruments, assisting with graft harvesting and implantation, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of hair transplant techniques, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

Pre-operative Preparation:Setting up and maintaining the sterile surgical environment.Preparing and organizing necessary instruments and supplies.Ensuring all equipment is functioning correctly.Assisting with patient preparation, including hair trimming and marking.

Intra-operative Assistance

Assisting the surgeon during all phases of the hair transplant procedure.Handling and maintaining surgical instruments with precision and care.Assisting in FUE and other hair transplant techniques and assisting surgeons during procedures.Assisting with graft implantation, ensuring proper placement in the slits made by the surgeon.Performing double forceps implantation method, single forceps implantation method, loading implanters, and assisting body hair harvesting wherever necessary.Maintaining accurate records of graft counts and placement.Perform graft implantation with extreme precision.

Post-operative Care

Providing post-operative instructions to patients.Assisting with wound care and dressing changes.Monitoring patients for any complications.Cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment.

Inventory Management

Maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and notifying the supervisor of any shortages.Ensuring proper storage and handling of all materials.

Patient Care

Providing compassionate and empathetic care to patients.Addressing patient concerns and questions.Maintaining patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Hair Transplant Technician.. Experience in a surgical setting or related medical field will also be considered.Certification or training in hair transplant techniques.Familiarity with optivisors, punches, forceps, and other surgical instruments.Strong understanding of the science of hair restoration.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Knowledge of sterilization and infection control protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

CPR and First Aid Certification.Experience with specific hair transplant technologies and equipment.