SIMULATION SPECIALIST

Duties and Responsibilities

• Runs simulations at the Lakeshore campus (LSC)
• Conducts Interprofessional Simulations and fills-in for simulations running at the Health Sciences Campus
• Creates, maintains, and revises supply list for all simulations
• Maintains and repairs computerized manikins (software and hardware), task trainers, and related multimedia peripherals
• Assists with data collection, data entry, and management of records, as it relates to research activities
• Prepares simulation rooms and lab areas for scheduled educational sessions daily
• Assists in the collection of student evaluation data
• Troubleshoots and repairs malfunctioning mannequins used for both simulation and skills lab sessions; contacts mannequin IT support, as necessary
• Troubleshoots and repairs AV software, as necessary; contacts AV software IT support, as necessary
• Updates mannequin software as necessary
• Facilitate installation of new equipment and maintenance of current technology through collaborations with other LUC departments
• Develops and maintains a system for tracking hours-of-use for each mannequin
• Performs preventive maintenance on mannequins and lab equipment
• Develops and maintains a system of organization for storing supplies within the simulation center
• Provides orientation sessions and tours of the simulation lab
• Provides training to simulation educators on use of mannequins and computer software
• Completes closeout of prior academic year and prepares for upcoming academic year; revises scenarios, updating programming of mannequins and simulation software; updating binders and files
• Affords assistance with data collection, data entry and the management of records as it relates to the simulation lab research activities
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• Education: Associate’s degree required, bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience required, 3-5 years of previous job-related experience preferred

Qualifications

• Education/Experience: Associate’s degree required, bachelor’s degree preferred. Specify Degree(s): Medical/allied health, computer or technical field.
• Experience: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience required, 3-5 years of previous job-related experience preferred. Nursing education simulation experience preferred. Medical background (EMT, RT) preferred. Working knowledge of medical simulation technologies and devices (such as Laerdal, Gaumand, METI). Experience using standard medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, ventilators, hospital beds). Knowledge of AV systems. Knowledge of-or the ability to learn-how to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot human patient simulations and medical equipment.
• Skills: Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills are required. Strong time management skills, and ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment are essential. Must demonstrate ability to work effectively as an individual and as part of a team.