:Main Responsibilities:

• Maintains and keeps the operating room and ensures all equipment are functional before the conduct of surgery.
• Prepare surgical equipment /accessories for autoclaving/sterilization as per protocol.
• Maintains and keeps all medical equipment functional.
• Prepare necessary equipment /tools/accessories prior to procedure/surgery.
• Assist surgeon for any technical requirements during the procedure.
• Maintain procedure room/operating theatre equipment so as to ensure a clean, safe and efficient environment for patients and staff.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times, all patient surgery recordings to be transferred to USB/CD as per doctors/patients request.
• Be familiar with the correct operation/settings of all OT equipment's: -
• Ensure gas, electrical, vacuum supplies are adequate for procedure at hand and/or back-up supply is available.
• Ensure the OR integration / recording systems in each theatre is functional and ready for use before each surgery.
• Ensure proper functioning and positioning of OT light during surgery, checking of electrocautery machine & foot pads (bipolar & unipolar leads with proper grounding).
• Ensure Infant Resuscitation/Warmer units should be checked for pediatric cases.
• Carry out minor repairs of equipment's and change of parts like bulb of a microscope, OT light, change of oxygen flow sensor etc.
• Identify equipment & equipment consumables required for each theatre case, referencing with the operating team, operating list & surgeon preferences.
• Order and maintain adequate necessary supplies in the operating room.
• Correctly assemble and dissemble equipment as required.
• Safely store equipment and follow shut-down procedures in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations
• Report malfunctioning equipment to the Biomedical Department/OT Manager.
• To be available for ON CALL / Emergency cases as required.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Quality:

• Works within the context of NMC Royal Hospital care values and beliefs framework.
• Complies with all policies and procedures relevant to the area.
• Provides evidence of annual competence, for example, confidentiality, safety and emergency plans.
• Responsible to update self and keep informed of current developments in Department of Surgical Services practice.
• Attends educational programs and in services.
• Participates in her/his self-performance appraisal on a regular basis, identifying areas of strength and areas for professional/practice development.
• Demonstrates assignment flexibility according the department's needs as may be delegated or assigned by senior staff.

Teamwork:

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all members of the health care team.
• Promotes team building.
• Exhibits an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the team members.
• Assists overloaded team members, helps develop team cohesiveness, and aligns individual efforts with the group.
• Promotes harmony and maintains a positive, helpful attitude in working with individuals within and outside of the work unit.
• Avoids gossip about co-workers or others.
• Complies with NMC Royal Hospital's attendance policy.

Confidentiality

• Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive, oral, written, and electronic information and restricts the flow of such information to those who have a legitimate xe2x80x9cneed to knowxe2x80x9d.
• Conducts discussions of confidential information in appropriate settings.
• Follows NMC Royal Hospital Information security guidelines.

Responsibilities:ain Responsibilities:

• Maintains and keeps the operating room and ensures all equipment are functional before the conduct of surgery.
• Prepare surgical equipment /accessories for autoclaving/sterilization as per protocol.
• Maintains and keeps all medical equipment functional.
• Prepare necessary equipment /tools/accessories prior to procedure/surgery.
• Assist surgeon for any technical requirements during the procedure.
• Maintain procedure room/operating theatre equipment so as to ensure a clean, safe and efficient environment for patients and staff.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times, all patient surgery recordings to be transferred to USB/CD as per doctors/patients request.
• Be familiar with the correct operation/settings of all OT equipment's: -
• Ensure gas, electrical, vacuum supplies are adequate for procedure at hand

And/or back-up supply is available. * Ensure the OR integration / recording systems in each theatre is functional and ready for use before each surgery.

• Ensure proper functioning and positioning of OT light during surgery, checking of electrocautery machine & foot pads (bipolar & unipolar leads with proper grounding).
• Ensure Infant Resuscitation/Warmer units should be checked for pediatric cases.
• Carry out minor repairs of equipment's and change of parts like bulb of a microscope, OT light, change of oxygen flow sensor etc.
• Identify equipment & equipment consumables required for each theatre case, referencing with the operating team, operating list & surgeon preferences.
• Order and maintain adequate necessary supplies in the operating room.

• Correctly assemble and dissemble equipment as required.
• Safely store equipment and follow shut-down procedures in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations
• Report malfunctioning equipment to the Biomedical Department/OT Manager.
• To be available for ON CALL / Emergency cases as required.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Quality:

• Works within the context of NMC Royal Hospital care values and beliefs framework.
• Complies with all policies and procedures relevant to the area.
• Provides evidence of annual competence, for example, confidentiality, safety and emergency plans.
• Responsible to update self and keep informed of current developments in Department of Surgical Services practice.
• Attends educational programs and in services.
• Participates in her/his self-performance appraisal on a regular basis, identifying areas of strength and areas for professional/practice development.
• Demonstrates assignment flexibility according the department's needs as may be delegated or assigned by senior staff.

Teamwork:

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all members of the health care team.
• Promotes team building.
• Exhibits an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the team members.
• Assists overloaded team members, helps develop team cohesiveness, and aligns individual efforts with the group.
• Promotes harmony and maintains a positive, helpful attitude in working with individuals within and outside of the work unit.
• Avoids gossip about co-workers or others.
• Complies with NMC Royal Hospital's attendance policy.

Confidentiality

• Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive, oral, written, and electronic information and restricts the flow of such information to those who have a legitimate xe2x80x9cneed to knowxe2x80x9d.
• Conducts discussions of confidential information in appropriate settings.
• Follows NMC Royal Hospital Information security guidelines.

Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or Diploma in OT Technology2 years of experience in a similar roleOperating Room Systems and ProceduresBasic knowledge of NursingHealth Insurance Knowledge

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