The course has the aim to train students in handling a variety of operating instruments used in operation theatres. An operation theatre technologist has the duty to oversee and manages operation theatre. They assist doctors and surgeons during surgery. The responsibility of operation theatre technologists is direct and indirect patient care, equipment set up and operation procedures.
The operating theatre (OT) technician is an integral person in the dynamic operating theatre team. Diploma in operation theatre technology is a two year diploma program designed to build a trained and qualified professional who will assist medical professionals in the operation theatre of hospitals, intensive care units as well as emergency departments. The success of the procedures and safety of patients depends largely on the reliability of the OT technician. Diploma holders of this course will possess desired technical and interpersonal skills required to work under the supervision of nursing, anaesthetists and surgical personnel.
