Course Description
A Diploma in Operation Theatre Technician (DOTT or OTT) is a professional qualification that prepares individuals to work in surgical settings, assisting in various surgical procedures and ensuring the smooth functioning of an operation theatre. The 1-to-3-year program covers anatomy, surgical equipment, patient monitoring, infection control, and post-operative care, equipping graduates with the technical and interpersonal skills to support surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses. Career prospects include working as OT Technicians, Anesthesia Technicians, or Surgical Assistants in hospitals and clinics.
Course Overview-
What it is: A paramedical diploma course focused on the management and technical aspects of an operation theatre.
Curriculum & Skills Developed-
Surgical Procedures: Understanding surgical techniques, equipment, and the flow of an operation.
Anatomy & Physiology: Learning the human body to better understand surgical interventions.
Equipment Management: Proficiency in handling and operating specialized medical devices like ventilators, monitors, and C-arms.
Infection Control: Strict adherence to aseptic and antiseptic principles to maintain a sterile environment.
Patient Care: Skills in pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative patient care and monitoring.
Emergency Handling: Training to manage unforeseen situations that may arise during surgery.
Job Roles:
Operation Theatre Technician, Surgical Assistant, Anesthesia Technician, or OT Coordinator.
Work Settings:
Hospitals, trauma centers, private clinics, and other healthcare facilities with surgical departments.
Industry Demand:
High demand for skilled professionals due to the rapid growth of the healthcare sector and increasing number of surgical procedures.
Syllabus Outline: Human Anatomy & Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Principles & Practice of Surgery, Sterilization , Disinfection & West Disposal, Basics of Anaesthesia & CPR , Computer and Data Processing , Special Surgery: common operations & laying of instruments trolleys(Gynaecology & OBS, Orthopaedics, Urology, Paediatric, Cardio Thoracic, Plastic, Neuro, Ophthalmology, ENT, General Emergency), etc.
Note :
Operation Theatre (OT) Technician course eligibility:
UG OT Technician course eligibility -XII in Science (PCB)
PG OT Technician course eligibility - Any relevant UG course.
Fee : 40000/- per year
Duration : 2 years
Eligibility : XII with Science (PCB/ PCM) from Recognized Board.
