Assistant Surgeon

JOB DESCRIPTION – SURGICAL ASSOCIATE (OT)

Position: Surgical Associate – Operation Theatre
Department: Operation Theatre (OT)
Location: Navi Mumbai
Experience: 2–5 years of relevant OT experience
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Surgical Associate to join our Operation Theatre team. The candidate should have strong practical exposure to Neurosurgery, Orthopaedic Surgery and General Surgery and should be capable of assisting surgeons effectively during various surgical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures and ensure smooth OT functioning.
• Provide hands-on assistance in Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics and General Surgery.
• Prepare and arrange surgical instruments, equipment, implants and consumables before procedures.
• Assist with patient preparation, positioning, draping and surgical site preparation.
• Maintain strict aseptic and sterile techniques throughout procedures.
• Anticipate the surgeon's requirements and provide appropriate instruments and assistance during surgery.
• Coordinate with surgeons, anaesthesia team, OT nurses and other OT staff.
• Ensure proper counting of instruments, swabs and surgical materials.
• Assist in emergency and urgent surgical procedures.
• Ensure proper OT cleaning, disinfection and turnover between procedures.
• Maintain OT records, checklists and other required documentation.
• Follow hospital infection-control, patient-safety and OT protocols.

Required Surgical Experience

The candidate should have practical exposure to:

Neurosurgery

• Craniotomy and related neurosurgical procedures
• Spine surgeries
• Other routine neurosurgical procedures

Orthopaedic Surgery

• Fracture fixation / ORIF
• Trauma procedures
• Joint replacement / arthroplasty exposure
• Spine and other orthopaedic procedures

General Surgery

• Laparoscopic and open procedures
• Hernia
• Appendectomy
• Cholecystectomy
• Other routine general surgical procedures

Qualification

Candidates with any of the following qualifications may be considered:

• BHMS – Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine & Surgery
• BAMS – Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery
• Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT)
• Physician Assistant (PA) Course / Bachelor’s or Diploma in Physician Assistant
• Diploma in OT & Surgical Technology
• Diploma / Certification in Operation Theatre & Surgical Assistance
• Other relevant qualifications in Operation Theatre / Surgical Technology

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant OT experience.
• Hands-on experience in Neuro, Orthopaedic and General Surgery is essential.
• Good knowledge of surgical instruments and OT procedures.
• Strong understanding of sterile and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to anticipate and support the surgeon during procedures.
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts and emergency/on-call duties.

Pay: ₹45,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person