Nursing Simulation Technologist- Full Time

Unitek Learning • San Jose, CA

3d • $41 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Simulation Technologist supports simulation and skills laboratories for nursing programs at an assigned Unitek Learning campus. The role manages audiovisual and simulation equipment inventory, support, maintenance, and setup, including care of manikins and other equipment. The position applies industry standards to help faculty provide quality simulated learning experiences for students and requires previous simulation experience in a healthcare or education setting.

The technologist programs simulator software, operates computers and technical equipment, and maintains audiovisual, debriefing, virtual-reality, and other simulation systems. The role prepares and maintains lab equipment and materials, provides demonstrations and technical support to faculty, students, and staff, and helps develop simulation and skills laboratory manuals and schedules. It also supports safe, clean, and orderly lab operations, maintains equipment and maintenance records, recommends supplies and equipment, and may proctor exams or perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a healthcare field such as paramedic, medic, EMT, emergency technician, CNA, or hospital technician is required.
• Previous simulation experience in a healthcare or education setting is required.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with changing policies, procedures, and clinical needs.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Obtain Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) certification within three years on the job if not certified upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One to two years of simulation experience in an educational institution or equivalent setting preferred.
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of simulation and laboratory equipment and operation manuals.
• Program simulator software to model physiological responses according to instructor and scenario specifications.
• Operate computers and technical equipment used in simulation scenarios.
• Operate and maintain audiovisual and debriefing systems.
• Support faculty and students with virtual-reality equipment and updates.
• Demonstrate proper techniques and use of tools and equipment during simulation and skills-lab exercises.
• Conduct simulation demonstrations and provide orientation, assistance, training, and technical support to instructors on lab procedures, equipment operation, and materials.
• Prepare and maintain simulation and skills-lab equipment, manikins, media, audiovisual systems, computers, and learning materials.
• Develop, explain, and demonstrate instructional best practices for using manikins and equipment.
• Assist in developing simulation and skills-laboratory manuals.
• Assist faculty in managing simulation and skills-laboratory schedules.
• Provide technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals, including medication dispensing systems, vital-sign monitors, IV and feeding pumps, beds and examination tables, headwalls, patient monitors, and other healthcare equipment.
• Provide costuming and moulage for simulation scenarios as requested.
• Provide technical assistance, support, and training to students, faculty, and staff in using simulation and skills-lab equipment.
• Enforce lab safety and security according to established procedures, policies, and laws.
• Maintain simulation and skills laboratories and other assigned areas in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Maintain accurate and complete records and files, including equipment and materials inventories, warranty information, and maintenance records and schedules.
• Work with students, staff, and faculty to solve complex problems, identify support resources, and install software and equipment as appropriate.
• Recommend equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Proctor exams as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Two weeks of starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service.
• 12 paid holidays and two floating holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for the employee and family, up to 100% depending on program.
• Competitive salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree