"Simulation Technology Specialist I - SON - JR009349"

Simulation Technology Specialist I - SON

Department:
SON Clinical Learning Lab/Simulation
Clinical Learning Lab/Simulation

Position Title:
Simulation Technology Specialist I - SON

Job Family Group:
Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:
The Simulation Technology Specialist I provides technical and operational support for the School of Nursing's Simulation Program. This role ensures the smooth execution of simulation-based learning by managing high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, audiovisual systems, and related technologies. The Specialist collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to deliver safe, realistic, and high-quality simulation experiences. This position requires full-time, in-person work on campus.

Job Description:

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Simulation Operations & Technical Support - 60%

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot simulation equipment including manikins, task trainers, and virtual platforms.
• Set up, reset, and maintain simulation environments to reflect clinical scenarios, including props, moulage, and medical supplies
• Provide technical support before, during, and after simulation sessions.
• Record, edit, and manage audiovisual content using platforms such as SimCapture, B-Line, and other AV systems.

Equipment Maintenance & Inventory Management - 10%

• Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs on simulation equipment; coordinate external servicing when needed.
• Monitor inventory of consumables and equipment; reorder supplies as necessary.

Collaboration & Training - 15%

• Collaborate with faculty and staff to design, test, and implement technical components of simulation scenarios
• Train faculty, staff, and students on the use of simulation equipment and audiovisual systems.

Program Development & Quality Improvement- 15%

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for simulation operations.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and best practices in simulation education.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and special projects aligned with the Simulation Program's mission.

Working Conditions

• This position requires occasional evening or weekend hours to support academic schedules.
• Can lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Hands-on work with medical equipment, audiovisual systems, and computer technologies.

Required Qualifications

Work Experience

• 4 year of experience with audiovisual systems and computer networking. Education may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• 1 year of experience with healthcare simulation equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare or technical discipline

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience in healthcare simulation operations, nursing education, or clinical healthcare settings
• 1 year of experience with simulation platforms and tools such as Laerdal, SimCapture, VR/AR technologies, or learning management systems
• 1 year of experience in setting up clinical environments and applying moulage techniques
• 1 year of experience supporting technical systems used in simulation-based education

Skills

• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Multi-Tasking Skills

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Pay Range: $24.20 - $35.09
Minimum: $24.20
Midpoint: $29.64
Maximum: $35.09

Employee Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Rate Type: Hourly