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Northwood Technical College•Shell Lake, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Northwood Technical College is seeking a full-time, limited-term Health Education Center Simulation Specialist at its Shell Lake Health Education Center. This grant-funded position is currently funded through September 30, 2027; continuation will be evaluated based on program needs, funding availability, and performance. The specialist is responsible for daily technical operations for simulation and Telehealth activities at the Center, including maintaining and troubleshooting simulators and support equipment and performing preventative maintenance and repairs in simulation, standardized-patient, and Telehealth environments. The specialist prepares facilities and equipment for training, operates audiovisual systems during simulation-based clinical training, supports instructors and staff, and coordinates with local campuses and collegewide teams. The role also monitors equipment safety and utilization, keeps repair records, supports events and tours, and stays current with developments in simulation and Telehealth technology. The position is listed at $27.54 per hour (FY27, Grade J).

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a related field.
Four years of related work experience.
Registered Nurse or another Health Professional.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to apply technology effectively to tasks and projects.
Ability to contribute to a team environment while maintaining positivity and professionalism.
Strong customer service skills and a focus on creative problem solving.
Time-management skills, including organization, prioritization, multitasking, and ability to work independently.
Ability to obtain a driver’s license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy.
Proficiency in PC-based software applications, web-conferencing, and audiovisual technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with educational simulation.

Responsibilities

Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech’s values of Collaboration, Innovation, Excellence, Community, Support, Integrity, and Respect.
Operate simulation technologies and educational software, including high-fidelity manikins, procedural task trainers, basic task trainers, and related medical equipment.
Develop technical proficiency in operating, maintaining, supporting, troubleshooting, and repairing simulation and Telehealth equipment.
Collaborate with local campuses to connect Telehealth hubs using web-conferencing software and related learning technologies.
Prepare facilities, manikins, audiovisual systems, and equipment for training sessions; clean and reset equipment after sessions.
Operate audiovisual equipment during live simulation-based clinical training.
Install and configure vendor-provided hardware and software updates.
Assist in researching equipment and supply vendors and upgrading simulation equipment and supplies.
Organize equipment and supplies in storerooms.
Monitor equipment performance, safety, and certification.
Perform routine preventive maintenance according to manufacturers’ recommendations and repair equipment to keep it operational.
Maintain and troubleshoot simulators, audiovisual systems, and support equipment.
Serve as a point of contact with equipment manufacturers to maintain functionality, arrange repairs, resolve system problems, and record repairs.
Assist with training instructors and staff in the use of simulation and Telehealth equipment.
Keep abreast of developments in simulation and Telehealth technology.
Support simulation sessions, trainings, tours, and events for internal and external groups or individuals.
Track utilization statistics for events and training, including use of simulation rooms, standardized patients, and Telehealth.
Coordinate and collaborate with Health Sciences, Instructional Technology, and other collegewide staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.