B.Sc. Operation Theatre Technology
B.Sc. Operation Theatre Technology has advanced tremendously in many different ways, both scientifically and technologically. More and more advanced surgeries are being performed on patients, from new-born babies to geriatric patients. The equipment required to provide anesthesia and perform many surgeries has become more sophisticated and specialized. The operation theatre technologist assists the surgeons in the various procedures required for administering anesthesia and in setting up the anesthetic and monitoring equipment in the operation theatre. They are also involved with regular maintenance and upkeep of the anesthetic equipment and monitoring devices.
- Duration: 3 years
- Eligibility: 12th pass with PCB/PCM (Candidates whose class 12th results are awaited can also apply).
- Age Limit: The candidate must have attained the age of 17 years in the year of admission.
- Affiliation: Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (DMIMS)
With a comprehensive overview of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, Anesthesia Technique and drugs, emergency managements, surgical technique, microbiology, medicine, general nursing principles, sterilization techniques and ethics, OT Technicians are exposed to work in the surgery and Intensive Care Units. Young professionals are taught the basics of anesthetic management in specialties such as obstetrics, pediatrics, and neurosurgery, orthopedic and general surgery and given ample practical experience in all these areas. Following is the list of important roles in which an OT technician can kick start their career:
- OT technician
- CSSD Technician
- Anesthetist Consultant
- OT Assistant
- OT Manager
- OT In-charge
- OT Head
- Anesthetic Supervisor
- OT Supervisor
- Emergency Technician
- Departmental specific Technician (Gynecological, orthopedics, laparoscopic, ENT and other)
- Basic Human Sciences (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology)
- Applied Pharmacology
- Applied Pathology
- Applied Microbiology
- Applied Physics
- Professional English & Effective Communication Skills
YEAR 2
- Introduction to Operation Theatre Technology
- Anesthesia and Drugs
- Pharmacology
- OT skills and Equipment Management
- CSSD
- Sociology
- Environmental Science and Health
- Basics of Anesthesia
- Basics of Surgery
- Personality Development, Customer Relationship Management & Grooming
YEAR 3
- Operation Theatre Technology - Applied
- Operation Theatre Technology - Advanced
- Bio Statistics and Research Methodology
- Anesthesia – Advanced
- Emergency Medicine and Critical care
- Surgical Technique
- Medical Ethics
- Basics of Hospital Information System (HIS) – Medical Software Applications
- Interview & Group Discussion Skills, Change & Stress Management
- Manger - OT
- OT-in-charge
- Sr. OT Technician
- OT Technician