Clinical Simulation Specialist, Health Education Center

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing operational support and contributing clinical knowledge for simulation experiences in human and non-human simulation activities including; training, integrating, maintaining, setting up and operating simulators. Work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff and external stakeholders to quickly resolve problems. Troubleshoot technical and logistical issues to support daily operations of the Health Education Center.

Requirements

Master’s degree in health-related field plus two years’ relevant experience in academic, healthcare or simulation learning environment OR Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related field plus four years’ clinical experience.
Current license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas.
Operational knowledge of audio/visual equipment.
Simulation technologies and applications.
Advanced in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
Proficient in inventory management and record keeping procedures.
Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years’ practice or simulation experience in an academic/hospital setting.
One (1) to two (2) years’ experience using B Line or similar Medical Simulation software.
Certified Simulation Educator or Operations Specialist (CHSE, CHSE-A, CHSOS).

Responsibilities

Uses clinical knowledge and experience to assist with design, set-up and leading of human and non-human simulation activities.
Leads and trains in role playing applications, props placement and moulage set-up before and after simulations in addition to recording of information and debriefing of simulation sessions as needed.
Promote simulation-based education by providing technical assistance, support and training to faculty, instructors and staff in the use of simulation equipment.
Conducts tours and simulation sessions for internal/external groups and/or individuals.
Conducts thorough research and liaises with company representatives in order to provide recommendations for operational efficiency, new equipment and supplies and materials related to simulation.
Responsible for routine cleaning and maintenance of simulation equipment and trains others in this capacity as it relates to human and non-human activities.
Responsible for oversight of inventory of equipment and supplies and trains others in this capacity. Responsible for organizing all storage spaces to meet the needs of center activities, maintains database of supply usage and collaborates with business operations to address ordering needs of the center.
Maintain currency with simulation technology and education and leads training sessions for staff, faculty and others along with maintenance of training logs.
Maintains simulation equipment, catalogs and operation manuals.
Operates audiovisual systems and possesses the ability to train others in the use of audiovisual systems.
Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules and regulations.
Attends seminars, conferences, in-service trainings and staff meetings, as required.
Contributes to accreditation report requirements in collaboration with all components of the office of the VP of IE, IPE, and the HEC.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.