Simulation Center Technician (Per Diem, Variable)
About The Position
The Simulation Center Technician I facilitates low- and high-fidelity human patient simulation learning at all levels. The role assists with the operation and maintenance of simulation equipment, prepares rooms, and ensures the availability of equipment, props, and actors as needed for each scenario. The technician supports the smooth operation of every aspect of each scenario from start to finish. The technician fosters interdisciplinary and collaborative relationships within the department, with other hospital departments, and with outside agencies. The role supports educational programs for clinical staff, physicians, and the community based on the patient population served and requested needs. In collaboration with the Simulation Center Coordinator, the technician assists with validating staff clinical competency through scenario-based simulation and developing innovative scenarios. The technician also provides internal and external training and outreach on simulation center operations and functionality. The position represents the simulation center in the community through outreach to build support for local use, and participates in facility tours and marketing as requested. Work location, hours, and days vary according to work demands. Frequent inter-facility driving or travel is required. The position involves moderate to heavy physical exertion and requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Attendance is an essential job function, and the employee must complete annual organizational requirements, including TB testing, safety training, patient safety training, and mandatory in-services. The technician is expected to demonstrate NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence.
Requirements
- One year of experience in a healthcare-related field is required, such as paramedic, RN, EMT, Respiratory Therapist, or hospital technician.
- BLS certification is required within three months of hire.
- Current ACLS certification at provider level is required within six months of hire.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology.
- Excellent interpersonal and human relationship skills.
- Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems.
- Excellent computer skills, specifically MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Ability to present data to diverse groups of stakeholders.
- Ability to quickly learn new technology.
- Ability to work with limited supervision.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Working knowledge of computer functionality, telecommunications, and audio and video equipment.
- Knowledge of healthcare documentation systems.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform moderate to heavy physical exertion.
- Frequent inter-facility driving or travel is required.
- Attendance is an essential function of the job.
Nice To Haves
- High-school diploma preferred.
- Associate degree in a healthcare-related field or equivalent work experience preferred.
- Experience with healthcare information technologies preferred.
- Experience working with medical simulation education preferred.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate low- and high-fidelity human patient simulated learning.
- Assist with the operation and maintenance of simulation equipment.
- Set up rooms and ensure the availability of necessary equipment, props, and actors for each scenario.
- Help ensure the smooth operation of each scenario from start to finish.
- Foster interdisciplinary, collaborative relationships within the department, with other hospital departments, and with outside agencies.
- Provide educational programs for clinical staff, physicians, and the community pertinent to the patient population served and requests.
- Collaborate with the Simulation Center Coordinator to help validate staff clinical competency using scenario-based simulation.
- Assist the Simulation Center Coordinator in developing innovative scenarios.
- Provide internal and external training and outreach on simulation center operations and functionality.
- Conduct community outreach to build support for the center’s local use.
- Participate in facility tours and marketing of the center as requested.
- Complete annual organizational employment requirements, including TB testing, safety training, patient safety training, and mandatory in-services.
- Demonstrate NorthBay Health’s True North Values in behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Long-term care coverage
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Education reimbursement for eligible roles
- Professional development and training programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness programs
- Recognition programs
- Shift differentials
- Market-based compensation review and increases, subject to approval and organizational performance
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
