OT Technician (Operation Theatre)

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision and Coordination:
• Supervise, guide, and coordinate the work of junior OT technicians and nursing staff.
• Allocate duties and prepare duty rosters for the team.
• Pre-operative Preparation:
• Ensure the OT is fully prepared for surgeries, including arranging instruments, sterile equipment, and consumables.
• Verify the functionality and readiness of all equipment and supplies.
• Assistance During Surgery:
• Provide technical assistance to surgeons and the nursing staff during procedures by handing instruments and consumables.
• Maintain the sterile field and follow strict aseptic techniques.
• Sterilization and Infection Control:
• Monitor and ensure strict adherence to sterilization protocols and infection control measures.
• Conduct regular physical verification of all OT equipment and maintain fumigation records.
• Inventory and Maintenance:
• Manage and maintain inventory of surgical instruments and consumables, ensuring timely requisitions.
• Report any defective equipment or instruments for repair or replacement to the OT in-charge.
• Patient Safety and Comfort:
• Assist with patient transfer and positioning on the operating table, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Actively participate in the "Time Out" safety checklist before surgery begins.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person