Clinical Simulation Educator
About The Position
The Clinical Simulation Educator supports a healthcare simulation laboratory learning environment using contemporary best practices, innovative technology, and evidence-based educational methods. In collaboration with faculty, content experts, program leaders, and Clinical Simulation Program staff, the educator develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates simulation-based educational activities to enhance clinical competency, critical thinking, and patient safety. The role serves as a simulation specialist by programming, testing, and facilitating simulation scenarios and preparing faculty, learners, equipment, and resources for effective teaching and learning. The position is based primarily in a clinical simulation laboratory and educational environment. Travel between Montefiore Einstein campuses may be required. Occasional lifting, equipment setup, and movement of simulation supplies and technology are part of the work, which also involves exposure to simulation and healthcare training environments. The listed schedule is per diem, with varied hours Monday through Friday on the day shift.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare, Education, Allied Health, or a related discipline.
- Master's degree in Education, Simulation, Healthcare, Nursing, or a related field.
- 1–3 years of experience utilizing simulation, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, or emerging educational technologies in healthcare education.
- 1–3 years of experience in clinical, nursing, or allied health education, including curriculum development and learner assessment.
- 4–6 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
- Experience supporting quality improvement, patient safety, or process improvement initiatives.
- Certification in Healthcare Simulation or an equivalent simulation credential upon hire or within an established timeframe.
- Strong knowledge of simulation-based education principles and best practices.
- Experience with computerized manikins, virtual reality, standardized patients, and other simulation modalities.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching, and debriefing skills.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and diverse learner populations.
- Strong organizational, project management, and time management abilities.
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Technical aptitude in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting simulation equipment and educational technologies.
- Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and excellence in healthcare education.
Nice To Haves
- Current New York State professional license in a healthcare discipline, such as Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), Physician, Respiratory Therapist, or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with faculty, simulation staff, and clinical departments to design, coordinate, implement, and evaluate simulation-based educational programs and events.
- Develop learning objectives, clinical scenarios, curricula, assessment tools, and educational resources aligned with organizational and program goals.
- Facilitate simulation learning activities and create a safe, supportive learning environment for participants.
- Program, test, troubleshoot, and operate high-fidelity simulators, virtual reality systems, task trainers, and other simulation technologies.
- Coordinate simulation event logistics, including room setup, equipment preparation, moulage, supplies, and audiovisual resources.
- Partner with instructors and subject matter experts to ensure simulations accurately reflect clinical practice and achieve learning objectives.
- Conduct debriefing sessions and provide educational coaching to support learner development and performance improvement.
- Train faculty and staff on simulation methodologies, educational technologies, and simulator operations.
- Maintain documentation related to simulation activities, program evaluations, faculty development, and participant outcomes.
- Assist with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, inventory management, and vendor coordination to ensure operational readiness.
- Support research, quality improvement initiatives, and innovative educational projects utilizing simulation-based learning.
- Participate in developing and implementing new technologies, virtual learning platforms, and emerging educational strategies.
- Collaborate across multiple Montefiore Einstein campuses to support simulation and clinical education initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
