Anaesthesia Technician

Job Summary

• Department: Operation Theatre
• Openings: 05
• Qualification: Diploma / B.Sc. in Anaesthesia Technology, Operation Theatre Technology, or equivalent.
• Experience: 1-5 years of relevant OT/Anaesthesia experience preferred. Freshers can be considered based on hospital requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge of OT and anaesthesia procedures
• Good understanding of anaesthesia equipment and airway devices
• Ability to assist during emergency situations
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of infection-control and sterilization practices
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure OT environment

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the Operation Theatre and anaesthesia workstation before surgical procedures.
• Assist the Anaesthesiologist during induction, maintenance, and recovery from anaesthesia.
• Check and ensure the availability and proper functioning of anaesthesia machines, ventilators, monitors, oxygen supply, suction equipment, and other related equipment.
• Prepare and arrange anaesthesia equipment, circuits, airway devices, emergency drugs, and consumables as instructed.
• Assist with airway management procedures, including preparation of ET tubes, laryngoscopes, masks, and other airway equipment.
• Monitor and maintain the required stock of anaesthesia drugs, consumables, and equipment.
• Ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and maintenance of reusable anaesthesia equipment as per hospital protocols.
• Assist in shifting and positioning patients safely before and after procedures.
• Support the surgical and anaesthesia team during emergency procedures.
• Maintain proper documentation, checklists, equipment logs, and records related to anaesthesia services.
• Ensure availability of emergency equipment, including Ambu bags, suction, oxygen, and resuscitation equipment.
• Follow infection-control practices, biomedical waste management procedures, and patient-safety protocols.
• Coordinate with OT nurses, surgeons, anaesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ensure proper handover of equipment, supplies, and patient-related information between shifts.
• Follow hospital SOPs, NABH standards, safety protocols, and quality guidelines.