Patient Simulation Technician

These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.

Mission: Educate. Inspire. Connect.

Values: Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration

Kindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future.

The Simulation Technician provides technical and administrative support to the simulation program. The Technician will have a solid background in the operation, programming, repair and maintenance of all patient simulation equipment and exhibit strong diagnostic and problem solving skills. The candidate will have excellent communication skills both written and oral, the ability to work independently as well as within various teams.

Please note: This is not a teaching position.

• Orient students and faculty on equipment in the simulation center and conduct tours as needed in the center.
• Troubleshoot all simulators and peripheral equipment and obtain warranty service and/or on site repair as appropriate.
• Maintain a database for inventory of supplies and perform inventory of supplies.
• Maintain the Center as a clean, safe and operational facility and optimal learning environment following universal precautions and CDC guidelines.
• Manipulate simulator during scenario; perform on the fly troubleshooting; and, provide theatrical support, as needed.
• Provide faculty assistance in running low-definition and high-definition simulations
• Maintain records as appropriate.
• Set up and breakdown lab activities based on program needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in science, computer science, or healthcare field;
• Experience in a lab setting with working with lab equipment, including maintaining, programming, troubleshooting, cleaning and repairing lab equipment;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and selected Mac applications;
• Experience with audio visual equipment and technology including production and editing;
• Exhibit strong diagnostic and problem solving skills;
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral;
• Ability to work independently as well as within various teams;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.

Equivalency Statement:
We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience in the healthcare field;
• Experience with patient simulation mannequins;
• CHE certification;
• Patient simulator repair certification.

Full-Time, MCCC Unit Position:
MCCC Title: Special Programs Coordinator
Salary Range: Grade 4 - $65,370.00 - $77,717.00. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits package.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Funding: State.

Additional Details:
A skills assessment or demonstration may be required as part of the interview process.

Disability Accommodations:

Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at (413) 552-2554.

Background Check:

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).
• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.