Operation Theatre (OT) Technician on contract

Breach Candy Hospital Trust; Mumbai; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Breach Candy Hospital Trust seeks an experienced Operation Theatre Technician to support pre-, intra-, and post-operative activities in the OT/Surgical Unit.

The role requires handling instruments, ensuring sterilization, maintaining sterility, and assisting during procedures. Rotational shifts and on-call duties are expected, with emphasis on patient safety and infection control.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of surgical instruments and procedures.
• Sterilization and infection control practices.
• Basic life support awareness.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Operative: Prepare OT and ensure equipment functionality; arrange sterile instruments and coverings.
• Intra-Operative: Assist surgeons and staff; maintain sterile field and equipment safety.
• Post-Operative: Clean/sterilize OT, dispose biomedical waste, and maintain records.

Skills

Surgical instruments

Sterilization

Life support awareness

Equipment handling

Work under pressure

Team coordination

Communication

Education

OTT Diploma / Certificate

B.Sc. OTT

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Pre-Operative Duties

• Prepare operation theatre before surgery.
• Check functioning of OT equipment, lights, suction apparatus, cautery, monitors, and anesthesia machines.
• Arrange sterile surgical instruments, drapes, linen, and consumables.
• Ensure sterilization of instruments as per infection control protocol.
• Assist in patient shifting and positioning for surgery.

Intra-Operative Duties

• Assist surgeons, anesthetists, and nursing staff during procedures.
• Provide required instruments and materials promptly.
• Maintain sterile field throughout surgery.
• Handle surgical equipment safely.
• Monitor OT supplies and maintain smooth workflow.

Post-Operative Duties

• Clean and disinfect OT after procedures.
• Send instruments for sterilization.
• Dispose biomedical waste as per hospital guidelines.
• Prepare OT for next surgery.
• Maintain records of procedures and equipment usage.

Preferred candidate profile

Educational Qualification

• Diploma / Certificate in Operation Theatre Technology (OTT) OR
• B.Sc. Operation Theatre Technology

Experience

• 13 years experience in hospital OT preferred.
• Fresh candidates with OTT certification may be considered.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of surgical instruments and procedures
• Sterilization and infection control practices
• Basic life support awareness
• Equipment handling skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team coordination and communication

Work Environment

• Operation Theatre / Surgical Unit
• Rotational shifts, emergency duties, and on-call responsibilities.

Key Competencies

• Sterility maintenance
• Attention to detail
• Quick response during surgery
• Patient safety awareness
• Professional ethics