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Key Job Responsibilities

A. Operation Theatre Preparation and Animal Assistance

1. Prepare the Operation Theatre according to the type of veterinary surgery scheduled, including arranging, checking, and testing the required equipment, instruments, supplies, and accessories.

2. Assist in clipping or shaving the operative site and preparing animals for surgery as instructed by the veterinary surgeon.

3. Assist the veterinary surgeon, veterinary anaesthetist, and nursing team in preparing and positioning animals safely for surgical procedures.

4. Assist in transferring animals to and from the OT using appropriate stretchers, cages, or animal-handling equipment.

5. Assist in shifting post-operative animals to the ICU or recovery area under the direction of the veterinary clinical team.

6. Provide additional OT assistance during routine and emergency procedures, as required.

7. Assist with circulation and other assigned OT support duties when required, within the scope of training and authorization.

B. Equipment Readiness and Maintenance

1. Check all OT equipment daily to ensure it is in proper working condition.

2. Identify missing, damaged, or faulty equipment and report the same to the OT In-Charge.

3. Record equipment damage, breakage, transfers, and repairs in the prescribed registers, HIS, or logbooks.

4. Coordinate with the Biomedical or Engineering Department for repairs and maintenance of equipment.

5. Understand the basic functioning, safe handling, and use of OT equipment, including C-arm, microscope, cautery, OT table, suction equipment, and syringe pumps, wherever available.

6. Check oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinder availability, where applicable, according to OT case requirements.

7. Maintain an inventory of anaesthesia equipment, cables, accessories, and other OT materials across all shifts.

8. Report equipment shortages, malfunctions, or safety concerns promptly to the reporting authority.

C. Anaesthesia Equipment and Emergency Trolleys

1. Assist the veterinary anaesthesia team in preparing anaesthesia machines and related equipment before surgical procedures.

2. Clean anaesthesia equipment and replace tubing, breathing circuits, and linen as required, following approved protocols and manufacturer instructions.

3. Check anaesthesia trolleys and emergency or crash carts for the availability and expiry dates of drugs and supplies.

4. Report shortages, expired items, or discrepancies and coordinate replenishment according to departmental procedures.

5. Ensure that anaesthesia equipment, OT table accessories, and reusable items are cleaned and reprocessed appropriately after use.

6. Assist in maintaining the readiness of emergency equipment and supplies for emergency surgical procedures.

D. Cleaning, Sterilization and Infection Control

1. Assist in cleaning the Operation Theatre after each procedure, including proper disposal of used supplies and biomedical waste.

2. Ensure that used surgical instruments are sent to the designated cleaning and sterilization area according to the approved process.

3. Clean and maintain anaesthesia equipment, OT tables, and accessories as per established protocols.

4. Coordinate with OT nurses or the concerned team to receive sterile supplies from the Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD), wherever applicable.

5. Replenish and arrange sterile supplies on designated racks according to specialty and storage requirements.

6. Ensure the C-arm is cleaned according to the approved schedule, including end-of-day cleaning where applicable, whether or not it has been used.

7. Follow infection prevention, hand hygiene, PPE, biomedical waste management, and personnel safety protocols.

8. Ensure that sterile materials are handled and stored properly to maintain their integrity.

E. Documentation and Inventory Management

1. Maintain accurate records of OT equipment, accessories, consumables, and inventory.

2. Record equipment damage, breakage, repairs, and maintenance activities in the prescribed registers, HIS, or logbooks.

3. Maintain shift-wise accountability of anaesthesia equipment and accessories.

4. Monitor the availability of OT supplies and inform the OT In-Charge of shortages.

5. Ensure proper handover of equipment, supplies, and pending maintenance issues between shifts.

6. Follow established procedures for stock receipt, storage, usage, and replenishment.

F. Teamwork and Safety

1. Coordinate with veterinary surgeons, anaesthesia personnel, veterinary nurses, technicians, and other hospital staff to ensure smooth OT operations.

2. Follow the instructions of the HOD, OT In-Charge, and authorized clinical personnel.

3. Ensure safe animal handling and movement to prevent injury or unnecessary stress.

4. Follow hospital protocols for OT preparation, equipment handling, infection prevention, and personnel safety.

5. Maintain professional conduct, punctuality, discipline, and confidentiality.

6. Follow assigned duty rosters and support emergency OT requirements as needed.

Candidate Requirements and Competencies

1. Ability to perform assigned duties accurately with minimal supervision.

2. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions from departmental personnel.

3. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively.

4. Good communication and listening skills.

5. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary veterinary hospital team.

6. Basic knowledge of OT equipment, anaesthesia accessories, and surgical support procedures.

7. Awareness of cleaning, sterilization, infection prevention, and workplace safety practices.

8. Ability to handle and assist in moving animals safely and compassionately.

9. Willingness to work rotational shifts and assist during emergency procedures.

10. Reliability, attention to detail, initiative, and adherence to hospital protocols.

Qualification and Experience

• Qualification: Diploma in Anaesthesia Technology, Diploma in OT Technology, B.Sc. Anaesthesia Technology, PGDOTT, or an equivalent relevant qualification accepted by the hospital.

• Experience: Preferably 2–4 years of relevant OT or anaesthesia support experience.

• Preferred Experience: Experience in a veterinary hospital or animal surgical setting will be an advantage.

• Technical Competencies: Basic knowledge of OT equipment, anaesthesia equipment, surgical instrument handling, sterilization procedures, infection control, and safe animal handling.

Other Responsibilities

Carry out any other duties or responsibilities assigned by the HOD or reporting authority from time to time, in accordance with departmental requirements, the employee's training and competence, hospital protocols, and organizational policies.

• It is a Full Time నర్సు / సమ్మేళనం job for candidates with 6 months - 6 years of experience.