Simulation Coordinator

Intermountain Health

2d•$32 - $50

About The Position

The Simulation Coordinator schedules, plans, and delivers realistic simulated scenarios for learning, research, and process improvement. The role prepares and maintains computerized manikins, task trainers, healthcare equipment, and related peripherals. In partnership with Simulation Caregivers, the coordinator manages simulation operations and facilities within an assigned geographic area and collaborates with leaders and interprofessional teams across the enterprise to coordinate simulation activities that support Intermountain Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The position provides technical and operational support for simulation technology, facilities, equipment, and scenarios. It also supports facilitators and learners, tracks performance indicators and inventory, and travels to support center-based and in-situ simulations throughout the Intermountain Network of Care.

Requirements

Two years of experience in clinical or medical simulation environments.
Experience working with and troubleshooting audio-visual or clinical equipment.
Experience using basic computer programs, including word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding job assignments and sensitive issues.
Ability to learn new software and hardware quickly and independently.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to move, manipulate, and place up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professional.
Certification from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (CHSE or CHSOS).

Responsibilities

Coordinate simulation activities within the assigned geographic area, including scheduling and learning management system utilization.
Administer approved system-wide simulation programs to meet outlined objectives.
Serve as a recognized expert for facilitators in team trainings to promote the Intermountain culture of extraordinary care.
Collaborate with simulation specialists to ensure accurate execution of scenarios, programming, and data collection.
Collect and enter data supporting process improvement, operations, strategy, cost reduction, patient safety, and patient satisfaction.
With leadership direction, collaborate with facilitators to support maintenance of certification and reinstatement as necessary.
Generate reports for the assigned geographic area to assess simulation key performance indicators.
Manage simulation inventory, including organizing, tracking, and restocking consumables.
Oversee scenario setup in coordination with content experts and facilitate simulation activities within scope.
Assist with the Intermountain Simulation Facilitator Course and workshops as needed.
Develop and maintain productive, supportive relationships with caregivers, philanthropic organizations, and community supporters.
Provision, install, program, configure, operate, and maintain system hardware, software, and related infrastructure.
Provide technical support for computer-based multimedia systems and components, including cameras, audio/video equipment, monitors, projectors, anesthesia machines, manikins, and patient simulators.
Collaborate with leadership to identify simulation technology needs for growth and sustainability in the assigned geographic area.
Orient staff, facilitators, and learners to safely use technology resources.
Travel to support center-based and in-situ simulations throughout the Intermountain Network of Care.
Maintain an inventory list of equipment sent for repair and work with clinical engineering to ensure timely repairs.
Collaborate with customers to identify existing scenarios that meet requested objectives or connect them with a consultant for scenario development.