OPERATION THEATER TECHNICIAN

Company Overview

Spandana Hospital, located in Bangalore, is a renowned heart and superspeciality hospital committed to delivering world-class, patient-centered healthcare services. Supported by a highly trained and dedicated team, we focus on tertiary and critical care in the Hospital and Healthcare sector. Learn more at our website.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Junior Operation Theater Technician to join our team in Bangalore on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will possess 1 to 3 years of relevant experience and play a vital role in ensuring the efficient functioning of the operation theater while supporting surgical teams in delivering safe patient care.

Qualifications and Skills

• Surgical Instrumentation (Mandatory skill): Demonstrated experience in handling, preparing, and maintaining surgical instruments before, during, and after procedures.
• Surgical Setup (Mandatory skill): Proficiency in accurately setting up operative fields and equipment according to surgical requirements and protocols.
• Specimen Handling (Mandatory skill): Proven ability in correct labeling, preservation, and transport of surgical specimens to ensure diagnostic accuracy.
• Aseptic Technique: Thorough understanding and application of principles and practices to maintain a sterile environment and minimize infection risks.
• Team Collaboration: Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work harmoniously with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in high-pressure settings.
• Sterilization Procedures: In-depth knowledge of sterilization methods for surgical instruments and equipment in compliance with hospital guidelines.
• Anesthesia Assistance: Ability to competently assist anesthesiologists during perioperative care, including equipment preparation and patient monitoring.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and vigilance when preparing instruments, handling samples, and ensuring all operative protocols are meticulously followed.

• Prepare operation theater by arranging surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies according to the type of surgery scheduled.
• Assist surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff during surgical procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient safety.
• Maintain strict adherence to aseptic and sterile techniques throughout the operative process to prevent infections and complications.
• Handle and transport surgical specimens in accordance with hospital protocols for diagnostic and pathological examination.
• Monitor the condition and functionality of surgical equipment; promptly address and report maintenance or repair requirements.
• Support in managing surgical consumables inventory, preparing materials for upcoming procedures, and ensuring no shortages.
• Prepare patients for surgery and provide assistance during anesthesia induction under the supervision of medical staff.
• Ensure post-operative cleaning, equipment sterilization, and proper disposal of medical waste in compliance with hospital safety standards.