BS Operation Theatre Technology (OTT) program at the School of Allied Health Sciences, Multan University of Science and Technology, is an undergraduate degree program focused on training students to become skilled professionals in operation theatre management and surgical technology. The program emphasizes theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and clinical competencies required for assisting surgical teams, maintaining sterile environments, and ensuring the safe and efficient functioning of operation theaters.
4 Years (8 semester)
Operation Theatre Management
To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, infection control, and operation theatre management principles.
Assisting Surgeons
To train students in assisting surgeons and other healthcare professionals during surgical interventions, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Various Surgical Procedures
To develop proficiency in preparing operation theaters, surgical instruments, and equipment for various surgical procedures.
Decision-making Skills
To foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills essential for anticipating and addressing surgical emergencies and complications.
BS Operation Theatre Technology curriculum covers a variety of subjects related to operation theatre management, surgical technology, patient care, and healthcare delivery, including:
Anatomy and Physiology for Surgical Technology
Principles of Sterile Technique and Infection Control
Surgical Instrumentation and Equipment
Operating Room Setup and Sterilization Procedures
Surgical Pharmacology and Anesthesia
Surgical Procedures and Techniques
Patient Preparation and Positioning
Surgical Emergencies and Crisis Management
Professional Ethics and Communication Skills
The curriculum integrates didactic lectures, laboratory demonstrations, hands-on practical training, and clinical rotations in operation theaters and surgical departments to provide students with comprehensive learning experiences.
Graduates of the BS Operation Theatre Technology program have diverse career opportunities in various healthcare settings, including:
Hospitals and Surgical Centers (operation theaters, surgical departments)
Hospitals and Surgical Centers (operation theaters, surgical departments)
Specialty Hospitals (cardiac centers, orthopedic centers)
Outpatient Clinics and Surgical Units
Emergency Departments and Trauma Centers
Private Practices and Physician Offices
Research Institutions and Medical Schools (research and education)
Medical Device Companies (product development, sales, support)
Military and Government Healthcare Facilities