Simulation Technology Specialist
The Simulation Technology Specialist provides technical and administrative support for the state of the art Meinders Simulation Center in the Kramer School of Nursing comprising fully-equipped simulated hospital rooms and manikins as well as other technology utilized in the delivery of healthcare education. The Specialist reports to the Operations Manager at KSN and works closely with Center faculty and deans.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 18 months’ applicable experience in IT support related activities.
- A suitable combination of education and experience may be substituted for minimum requirement.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working within an academic institution and/or in healthcare simulation is preferred.
Job Duties:
- Demonstrate an attitude and behavior that reflects the core values and mission of the department and University.
- Assists with or performs the installation, operation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of simulation center equipment and technology to support simulation events, healthcare education, and faculty, staff, students, community partners, and guests as they interact with the Center.
- Coordinates Center activities by scheduling space, setting up and preparing equipment for simulation events, operating equipment during simulation events, tearing down after events ensuring proper care for all equipment.
- Ensures all Center equipment is maintained according to appropriate care standards and coordinates repairs including collaboration with manufacturers and other appropriate resources; Coordinates safe storage and disposal of training supplies.
- Maintains records regarding the use of simulation equipment to provide usage and other metrics.
- Coordinates with Center and other faculty to respond to changing needs in simulation practices and operations to align with current curricular needs and accreditation requirements.
- Maintains an accurate inventory of all equipment, supplies, materials, and other technologies for the Center including usage, location, and operational status to ensure all is accounted for, appropriate levels are maintained for operations, and coordinates purchase and replacement of equipment as needed.
- Serves as a resource for Center equipment for faculty, students, staff, and guests developing and delivering training as needed.
- Remains up to date on working knowledge of the Center’s equipment and simulation practices in healthcare education; Seeks out and participates in relevant trainings.
- Other duties as assigned.
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