Division Clinical Simulations Specialist

At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. Join our team as a Division Clinical Simulations Specialist at Portsmouth Regional Hospital.

About the Role

The Simulation Specialist plays an essential role in facilitating medical simulation. This position integrates, maintains, and operates computer and audio-video (AV) technology, including manikins and surrounding simulation lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure simulation and education-based technologies are maintained to minimize downtime.
• Assess equipment failures and remedy such failures in a timely fashion.
• Contribute to the development of curriculum and educational materials for different levels and types of training related to simulation.
• Interface with equipment manufacturers for troubleshooting, implementing hardware and software updates.
• Foster a Service Excellence culture.
• Evaluate simulation and education-based technology to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Operate or assist with the operation of simulators and task trainers for all training sessions.
• Provide consultation and orientation to instructors regarding simulation laboratory procedures, location and use of materials, and operation of equipment.
• Work under pressure and reliably meet deadlines.
• Work independently within parameters designated by the immediate supervisor.
• Assist with scheduling and coordination of medical simulators.
• Maintain all equipment and ensure timely ordering and availability of supplies.
• Identify performance opportunities or training needs related to simulation and provide coaching and development.
• Assist clinical educators with orientation to principles of simulation training technology and configurations.
• Contribute to strategic planning and business development within areas of responsibility.
• Represent the organization positively within the community; participate in company-supported events and in-services.
• Develop and maintain positive external relationships related to medical simulation.
• Identify opportunities to support service line growth through medical simulation.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and advancements in medical simulation.
• Conduct tours and simulation sessions for internal/external groups and individuals.
• Operate within the annual budget and manage department performance accordingly.
• Participate in the annual budget process, providing input into department simulation equipment needs.
• Manage operating expenses, including supplies and equipment, and identify cost reduction opportunities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare or healthcare technology preferred.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification preferred.
• Familiarity with operation of personal computers is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and audio-visual equipment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Certification in Healthcare Operations Simulation preferred.

Benefits

Portsmouth Regional Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.