Part-Time Clinical Simulation Technical Specialist

What you will be doing

• Conducts pre/post-simulation scenarios and coordinates related activities; provides moulage set-up/removal and technical support
• Provides support to faculty and staff with technologies involving clinical simulation research and effective teaching strategies in a simulated environment
• Contributes to the development and continuous improvement of healthcare education at the College through best practices as dictated by program accreditation organizations and the Society for Simulation in Healthcare
• Works in conjunction with administrators and faculty to conceptualize case scenarios using evidence based research and best practices that address student learning program simulators
• Conducts in-service training and orientations for staff, faculty and students
• Maintains records of laboratory utilization; makes recommendations for budget and purchases of equipment, supplies and materials
• Performs system analysis of simulation equipment
• Performs standard configuration of equipment and assists with installation and updates of operating systems and appropriate software
• Troubleshoots software/hardware issues with simulators, network, A/V equipment and other supporting systems
• Proctors test examinations in the simulation area; reports testing irregularities to administrators and faculty
• Performs other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field and three (3) years of relevant experience
• Current certification as a Registered Nurse, EMS/Paramedic, Radiology Technician, Physician Assistant license or Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator
• Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
• Ability to identify technical problems and provide solutions on how to troubleshoot simulators and/or medical equipment
• Knowledge in the use and operation of multimedia equipment and computers
• Knowledge of Linux, MAC and Windows OS
• Ability to follow MDC and Clinical Simulation Lab policies and procedures
• Knowledge of OSHA, ACA, HIPAA, Office of the National Coordinator of Health IT (ONC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines
• Knowledge and understanding of student and faculty requirements for lab procedures, skills and testing
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments
• Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty and staff