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The Bachelor of Operation Theatre Technology (BOTT) is a 3.5-year undergraduate allied health sciences program designed in accordance with the guidelines of the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP).
An operation theatre (OT) technologist forms an intrinsic part of any hospital. To become a trained professional one must undertake Operation theatre technology course. An OT professional is the one, who facilitates the surgical procedures, planned and emergency both, by preparing in advance the equipment that are necessary for any surgical procedures. He/she also looks after all the work and management of the operation theatre which includes managing the patients in & out of operation theatre, looking after all the surgical equipment, arrangement of operation theatre table, dressing table, anesthesia table as well as management of the staff. As the surgical branch has various specialties including General Surgery, OBG, Cardiac, Ortho and genito-urinary, the OT technologist needs to know about these various specialties.
As per NCAHP and institutional guidelines:
Educational Qualification:10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
Minimum Marks:As prescribed by regulatory bodies / university norms
Age Limit:As per NCAHP or state/university admission policies
Medical Fitness:Candidate must be medically fit for clinical training
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The program adopts a competency-based education model emphasizing both theory and clinical practice as recommended by NCAHP.
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The specializations within a Bachelor of Operation Theatre Technology program focus on different aspects of surgical support and patient care within the operating room environment. These include:
The curriculum has been designed with a focus on performance-based outcomes pertaining to different levels. They will be articulated as learning goals (why we teach this) and learning objectives (what the students will learn). Using the framework, students will learn to integrate their knowledge, skills and abilities in a hands-on manner in a professional healthcare setting. These learning goals are divided into nine key areas, though the degree of required involvement may differ across various levels of qualification and professional cadres:
Clinical care
Communication
Membership of a multidisciplinary health team
Ethics and accountability at all levels (clinical, professional, personal and social)
Commitment to professional excellence
Leadership and mentorship
Social accountability and responsibility
Scientific attitude and scholarship (only at higher levels-Master‟s & Ph.D.)
Lifelong learning
After graduation, students will have the ability to:
Demonstrate ability to prepare and maintain Operation Theater.
Demonstrate ability to maintain equipment support in an acute care environment.
Identify and move to maintain a sterile field.
Follow infection control policies and procedures.
Manage and maintain theater equipment.
Demonstrate ability to prepare the patient for operative procedures.
Provide intra-operative equipment and technical support.
Demonstrate skills and knowledge to assist anesthetist in handling emergencies outside of OT Room.
Manage hazardous waste and follow biomedical waste disposal protocols.
Ensure availability of medical and diagnostic supplies.
The BOTT program's graduates will be capable of:
Monitor and assure quality.
Act within the limits of one’s competence and authority.
Work effectively with others.
Manage work to meet requirements.
Maintain a safe, healthy, and secure working.
Graduates of BOTT can pursue careers as:
Notes: Semester 1 and 2 are applicable only for regular entry students. Lateral entry students begin from Semester 3.
Yes, the BOTT program is structured and delivered in accordance with the guidelines prescribed by the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP).
The duration of the program is 3.5 years, which includes academic coursework, clinical training, and a mandatory supervised internship.
Yes, clinical training is a core component of the BOTT program. Students undergo structured clinical postings in hospitals and diagnostic centers as per NCAHP norms.
Students develop skills in preparing the operation theatre, sterilizing surgical instruments, assisting the surgical team during procedures, monitoring patients' vital signs, handling emergencies, maintaining aseptic conditions, and managing complex medical equipment. They also gain critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.
The course is a blend of basic medical science and technical training. and the key subjects typically includes Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology and Pharmacology, Surgical Instruments, Anaesthesia Technology, Operation Theatre Ethics etc
Candidates must have completed 10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognized board, along with meeting age and medical fitness requirements as prescribed by regulatory authorities.
Graduates can pursue careers as an Operation Theatre Technician, Surgical Assistant, Anesthesia Technologist, Medical Device Sales Representative, Healthcare Administrator, or Educator. They work in various healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, surgical centers, and research institutions.
Yes, graduates are eligible for postgraduate programs, diploma courses, and research opportunities in medical imaging and allied health sciences.
Yes, professional ethics, patient rights, communication skills, and legal responsibilities are emphasized throughout the program in line with NCAHP guidelines.
Graduates are eligible for registration with the appropriate regulatory bodies in India. Employment opportunities may also be available abroad, subject to country-specific licensing and qualification requirements.