OT Technician

Drlogy; Chennai; On-site; INR 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

Drlogy in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is looking for an OT Technician responsible for the preparation of the operation theatre and assisting during surgeries. The ideal candidate must have technical expertise and attention to detail to maintain sterile conditions while working efficiently in a high-pressure environment. Duties involve coordinating with surgical teams, ensuring the sterility of instruments, and complying with health protocols. This is a critical role requiring discipline and team collaboration in the surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the operation theatre before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Ensure all surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are sterilized and ready for use.
• Assist surgeons, anesthetists, and nursing staff during surgeries.
• Arrange and pass instruments to surgeons during procedures.
• Maintain strict aseptic and sterile techniques at all times.
• Check functionality of OT equipment, lights, monitors, and anesthesia machines.
• Ensure availability of required surgical materials and consumables.
• Assist in positioning and shifting patients safely in the OT.
• Monitor and maintain OT hygiene and infection control standards.
• Handle biomedical waste disposal as per guidelines.
• Maintain inventory of surgical instruments and OT supplies.
• Coordinate with CSSD for instrument sterilization and availability.
• Ensure proper documentation of OT procedures and records.
• Assist in emergency procedures and handle critical situations effectively.
• Ensure compliance with NABH and hospital protocols.
• Maintain equipment logs and report any malfunction immediately.
• Support anesthesia team during induction and recovery processes.
• Ensure proper labeling and handling of surgical specimens.
• Maintain discipline, professionalism, and teamwork in the OT environment.
• Work in shifts, including emergency and on-call duties.
• Assist in cleaning and turnover of OT between surgeries.
• Follow all safety protocols and use PPE appropriately.
• Coordinate with other departments for smooth surgical workflow.
• Participate in training and skill development programs.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout surgical procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards at all times.
• Contribute to efficient and safe surgical operations.

Job description

The OT Technician will be responsible for preparing the operation theatre, assisting during surgeries, handling instruments, and maintaining sterile conditions. This requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a high‑pressure environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the operation theatre before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Ensure all surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are sterilized and ready for use.
• Assist surgeons, anesthetists, and nursing staff during surgeries.
• Arrange and pass instruments to surgeons during procedures.
• Maintain strict aseptic and sterile techniques at all times.
• Check functionality of OT equipment, lights, monitors, and anesthesia machines.
• Ensure availability of required surgical materials and consumables.
• Assist in positioning and shifting patients safely in the OT.
• Monitor and maintain OT hygiene and infection control standards.
• Handle biomedical waste disposal as per guidelines.
• Maintain inventory of surgical instruments and OT supplies.
• Coordinate with CSSD for instrument sterilization and availability.
• Ensure proper documentation of OT procedures and records.
• Assist in emergency procedures and handle critical situations effectively.
• Ensure compliance with NABH and hospital protocols.
• Maintain equipment logs and report any malfunction immediately.
• Support anesthesia team during induction and recovery processes.
• Ensure proper labeling and handling of surgical specimens.
• Maintain discipline, professionalism, and teamwork in the OT environment.
• Work in shifts, including emergency and on‑call duties.
• Assist in cleaning and turnover of OT between surgeries.
• Follow all safety protocols and use PPE appropriately.
• Coordinate with other departments for smooth surgical workflow.
• Participate in training and skill development programs.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout surgical procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards at all times.
• Contribute to efficient and safe surgical operations.