Assistant Director of Simulation

University of Pikeville•Pikeville, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to serve as Assistant Director of Simulation. The Assistant Director will collaborate with the Director of Simulation to support the daily operations, continued development, and strategic growth of the simulation program. This position helps ensure the delivery of high-quality, realistic, and curriculum-aligned medical training experiences for osteopathic medical students. The Assistant Director coordinates and manages simulation activities, including high-fidelity simulations, task-training exercises, and standardized patient encounters, while partnering with faculty to develop and implement simulation-based learning experiences that support course objectives and student competencies.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in medical education, healthcare simulation, clinical sciences, nursing, education, instructional technology, or a related field is required.
Demonstrated proficiency in the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of high-fidelity simulation technology, task trainers, medical equipment, and audiovisual systems.
Knowledge of simulation scenario development, facilitation, learner assessment, and debriefing practices.
Strong leadership, organizational, project-management, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with faculty, staff, students, standardized patients, and external partners.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, schedules, and simulation activities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain accurate records, organize data, and prepare reports.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and other relevant software applications is required.
Experience operating standard office and audiovisual equipment, including computers, video cameras, telephones, printers, and related technology.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
Other duties as assigned.

Nice To Haves

A healthcare-related background, such as registered nurse, physician assistant, physician, emergency medical professional, or other clinical experience, is preferred.
A minimum of two years of experience in medical simulation, clinical education, medical education, or a related field is preferred.
Experience working in an academic, medical school, healthcare, or clinical training environment is preferred.
Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) certification is highly desirable.
Experience creating, maintaining, and managing databases or electronic records is preferred.
Ability and willingness to participate in professional development activities that support the mission, objectives, and educational goals of KYCOM.

Responsibilities

Assist with the daily management and operation of the KYCOM Simulation Center, ensuring simulation activities are organized, efficient, and delivered effectively.
Develop, implement, and revise simulation scenarios that align with the osteopathic medical curriculum, course objectives, and student learning outcomes.
Coordinate the preparation, setup, operation, and breakdown of simulation equipment, including high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, medical equipment, and audiovisual systems.
Oversee the routine inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and inventory of simulation equipment and supplies.
Coordinate standardized patient participation in simulation activities in collaboration with the Director of Simulation and the Standardized Patient Coordinator.
Assist with scheduling simulation laboratories, equipment, faculty, staff, students, and standardized patients.
Provide technical and operational support before, during, and after simulation activities.
Help ensure that simulation facilities are maintained in a safe, professional, organized, and learner-ready condition.
Collaborate with faculty to incorporate simulation-based learning activities into the osteopathic medical curriculum.
Assist faculty with the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of simulation scenarios and educational activities.
Ensure simulation experiences align with program learning outcomes, professional competencies, accreditation expectations, and osteopathic principles and practices.
Support faculty in developing simulation objectives, learner preparation materials, assessment tools, and debriefing strategies.
Assist with facilitating simulation activities, including pre-briefing, scenario implementation, and debriefing.
Assist in assessing student performance during simulation activities and provide constructive feedback when appropriate.
Promote a psychologically safe and supportive learning environment for students, faculty, staff, and standardized patients.
Evaluate the effectiveness of simulation activities through student, faculty, staff, and standardized patient feedback.
Recommend and implement improvements to simulation scenarios, operations, equipment use, and educational practices.
Maintain accurate records related to simulation center usage, scheduling, equipment maintenance, supply inventory, student participation, and performance outcomes.
Assist with collecting, analyzing, and reporting simulation program data.
Ensure simulation activities comply with institutional policies, applicable accreditation requirements, national standards, and recognized best practices in healthcare simulation.
Support quality assurance activities and continuous improvement initiatives within the Simulation Center.
Identify operational concerns and develop practical solutions to improve efficiency, safety, and educational effectiveness.
Maintain current knowledge of trends, technologies, teaching strategies, and advancements in simulation-based healthcare education.
Participate in professional development activities related to medical education, simulation operations, assessment, debriefing, and instructional technology.
Support or participate in research and scholarly activities related to medical simulation and clinical education.
Contribute to conference presentations, publications, posters, workshops, or other academic activities when appropriate.
Pursue relevant professional certifications and continuing education opportunities.
Assist with the development, implementation, review, and revision of Simulation Center policies, procedures, protocols, and operational guidelines.
Support the Director of Simulation in managing the center’s budget, equipment, supplies, technology, and other resources.
Assist with identifying equipment and technology needs and preparing recommendations for purchases, upgrades, or replacements.
Represent the Simulation Center on committees, task forces, and at meetings as requested.
Build collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students, standardized patients, clinical partners, and other university departments.
Provide leadership and guidance to employees, student workers, standardized patients, and other individuals supporting simulation activities, as assigned.
Assist with special projects and initiatives that support the mission and goals of KYCOM.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Simulation, Chair of Primary Care, or Dean.