Key Responsibilities: Staff Management: Recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising nursing and technical staff in the operating theatre. Operational Oversight: Ensuring smooth workflow, managing the case scheduling, and delegating tasks for optimal staff utilization. Equipment & Supplies: Maintaining and ensuring the proper functioning of all surgical equipment, managing inventory of medical supplies, and coordinating with vendors for maintenance and repairs. Sterility & Safety: Upholding strict sterile techniques and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for patients and staff. Coordination: Liaising with surgeons and anesthesiologists to confirm surgical requirements and coordinate pre-surgery procedures. Documentation & Reporting: Ensuring proper documentation of surgical procedures and submitting daily, weekly, or monthly reports on theatre operations to relevant departments. Waste Management: Overseeing the proper handling and disposal of medical and hazardous waste according to hospital policies and regulations. Quality Assurance: Implementing and ensuring compliance with quality standards and protocols, such as those from NABH, to maintain high standards of surgical care. Role & responsibilities Leadership & Management Skills Leadership and Team Building: The ability to lead, motivate, and build cohesive teams of surgical staff. Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing strategies to improve the quality and efficiency of the operation theatre. Decision-Making: Making sound judgments and decisions under pressure to manage complex situations. Resource Management: Efficiently managing personnel, equipment, supplies, and financial resources to optimize theatre operations. Conflict Resolution: Skillfully addressing conflicts and interpersonal issues among staff members. Delegation: Effectively assigning tasks to team members to ensure smooth workflow. Technical & Clinical Skills Infection Control: Implementing and maintaining strict infection control policies and procedures to ensure a sterile environment. Equipment Management: Overseeing the maintenance and effective use of surgical equipment. Sterilization Knowledge: Understanding and ensuring proper cleaning, packaging, and sterilization of surgical items. Hazardous Waste Management: Managing the safe disposal of biomedical and hazardous waste. Communication & Interpersonal Skills Clear Communication: Effectively communicating with staff, physicians, and other departments to coordinate care. Interpersonal Skills: Building positive relationships and fostering a collaborative environment within the surgical team. Patient Advocacy: Ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety. Administrative & Operational Skills Time Management: Efficiently managing time to handle multiple tasks and deadlines. Problem-Solving: Applying creative and resourceful approaches to resolve operational challenges. Financial Acumen: Understanding financial principles, budgeting, and managing the operational budget effectively. Administrative Proficiency: Proficiency in administrative tasks and relevant hospital information systems. Preferred candidate profile Typical Qualifications: Experience: Extensive experience, sometimes 10 years or more, in operating room settings is typically necessary. Skills: Strong communication, leadership, coordination, and negotiation skills are essential. Key Skills & Knowledge: Professional knowledge of operating theatre functions and procedures. Ability to supervise and coordinate staff effectively. Result-oriented approach to managing department operations. Strong communication and negotiation skills.