"Interprofessional Presence (Part Time), Center for Simulation and Innovation (Phoenix)"

Position Highlights

The University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix Center for Simulation and Innovation (CSI) is seeking qualified candidates to join our Simulation Pool Staff (non-faculty). The CSI Pool Staff hourly positions include Simulation Operator and Interprofessional Presence (IPP). Our Center for Simulation and Innovation teaches medical students to be tomorrow's doctors using safe practice with mannequins and task trainers. In this role, you would be a primary participant in clinical scenarios acting as a clinical nurse presence support (IPP) during Simulation events, operating high- and low-fidelity clinical simulation equipment, setting up and tearing down simulation event rooms, conducting tours of the facility and other duties as assigned. Knowledge of clinical healthcare practices, simulation, and related competencies are especially important to the IPP position as this knowledge is applied during Simulation events.

Work shifts for this part time position are scheduled on an as needed basis and will vary in scope and complexity based upon your level of experience in accordance with CSI events, programs and projects. The shifts can be scheduled for up to 4-8 hours and the ideal expectation is that Pool Staff will work several four-hour shifts per month. Common event day schedules include Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays within normal business hours (8am-5pm). Pool Staff self-select and sign up for offered hourly shifts using CSI's online scheduling and staffing systems, usually posted well in advance (more than two months out). Parking costs will be paid by the CSI in the designated Phoenix Biomedical Campus garage. This position does not include benefits.

Please be sure to watch the videos on our website to get a better idea of who we are and how we contribute to the mission of the College: https://phoenixmed.arizona.edu/simcenter.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interprofessional Presence primary role is to apply clinical experience and act as a clinical nurse presence support (IPP) during high and low fidelity clinical education scenarios using simulation and related technology.
• Responsible for setup, tear down, and quality assurance of simulation activities, special projects, and CSI events.
• Conduct tours of the facility and may teach procedures.
• Provide program and project support, training, and guidance to faculty and Simulation Staff including other Pool Staff members.
• Participate in event pre-brief and event de-brief meetings, including giving and receiving feedback in discussions with faculty, students, staff and management.
• May serve as event, project, or shift leader.
• May participate in clinical simulations as Simulation Operator.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lifts and carries up to 50 pounds (i.e. Mannequin, task trainers and supply boxes).
• Frequently bends/stoops, pushes/pulls, walks, and twists.
• Ability to bend, stoop and lift up to 50 lbs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication skills.
• Experience planning and leading events, managing resources, and coaching employees.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license or certification in good standing to practice as a(n) Registered Nurse (RN), Certified Emergency Paramedic (CEP), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), medical assistant, Respiratory Therapist (RT), Physician Assistant (PA) or similar healthcare provider professional;
• OR, Three years' prior experience as a(n) Registered Nurse (RN), Certified Emergency Paramedic (CEP), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), medical assistant, Respiratory Therapist (RT), Physician Assistant (PA) or similar healthcare provider professional;
• OR, Any equivalent combination of experience, training and or/education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent experience providing healthcare in a clinical setting.
• Previous experience in a hospital setting such as in pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, medical/surgical, peri-operative, telemetry, etc.
• Previous experience in a clinical simulation setting, actively engaged in simulation events.
• Mastery of Simulation Operator role.
• Proficient with web-based computer programs (Microsoft Suite and Teams, GoogleDocs, scheduling).

Rate of Pay: $22.77 - $34.15 (hourly rate)

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission. Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).