Simulation Education Specialist

Howard University•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission. At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth. Here is what we offer: Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture Join Howard University and thrive with us! https://hr.howard.edu/benefits-wellness SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY: None. NATURE AND SCOPE: Internal contacts include administrators, faculty, learners, and staff of the department and University. External contacts include vendors, visitors and the general public. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Simulation Course Responsibilities Assist faculty in the design, implementation, and execution of simulation-based courses inclusive of pre-briefing, creating props, moulage, debriefing, programming manikins, and operating simulation and a/v equipment. Works with the entire team to ensure the simulation scenarios and environment are realistic and adhere to education pedagogy and simulation standards of best practice. Identify implement and manage hardware software and multimedia resources to support the simulation center. Assist IT Manager to maintain equipment and systems including trouble-shooting equipment updating operating systems troubleshooting equipment and resolving system problems with the manufacturer. Responsible for all set up, transition and breakdown for all sessions daily. Support / assist in role-playing application and props placement to create a virtual healthcare setting. Clinical Procedural and Technical Skills Course Responsibilities. Support all procedures and technical skills classes which includes set-up/breakdown, providing laboratory orientation, and maintaining equipment. Provide laboratory orientation to all learners and faculty. Maintain the highest standards for a sterile environment by utilizing standard protocol and OSHA regulations. Manage all aspects of the area which includes animal tissue storage, restocking, and equipment maintenance. Education and Training Lead faculty training sessions on simulation equipment and debriefing techniques. Technical Responsibilities Assist the IT manager to ensure the stability of the technology infrastructure through testing and troubleshooting, and perform any minor repairs needed as well as coordinating with technology partners and manufacturers. Proficiency in operating the technology in the Center inclusive of the audio/visual system and virtual software, and virtual reality trainers. Assist in ensuring Center is HIPPA and FERPA rules are followed. Administrative Responsibilities Provide various reports to supervisors as needed. Assist IT Manager with maintenance repair and maintenance records for all simulation and computer equipment Lead team member in asset management tracking of medical and disposable supplies as well as creating supply orders. Attend and contribute to all planning meetings and dry runs scheduled for sessions. Facilitate Center tours for visitors. Assist in implementing disaster recovery and back-up procedures and information security and control structures. Keep abreast of all university and healthcare policies to integrate into Simulation Center policies. Research Initiatives: Supports the short-, immediate, and long-term teaching, research, and revenue-generating goals of the Center. Professional Development Maintains professional simulation knowledge as well as keep abreast of new innovation and laboratory guidelines and practices Aim to achieve to become a Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) through the Society for Simulation in Healthcare Establish personal networks Participating in professional societies Attends educational and technical workshops and seminars quarterly. Other duties as assigned. CORE COMPETENCIES: Demonstrate effective positive communication skills with peers, faculty, learners and other users of the Center. Demonstrate effective coordination, prioritization and planning skills. Demonstrate leadership and professionalism. Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills. Demonstrate the ability to multi-task at an extremely high level. Demonstrate the ability to exercise discretion and ensure a high-level of confidentiality. Demonstrate the ability to use sound independent judgment, Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, staff, learners, and the general public. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Associate’s degree in related field required Prefer Bachelor’s degree in related field Experience: 5 years professional experience in an academic, clinical healthcare or simulation learning environment Working knowledge and proficiency in computers, application software, and operating systems and information technology equipment Experience with or willingness to learn to program and operation simulation equipment from companies such as Laerdal, METI, Gaumard, Harvey and etc. Certification and/or experience in Laboratory Science Experience with the tools used in making minor electronic and/or mechanical repairs, e.g., soldering gun/iron, wire strippers, multi-meters, etc. Licensure: Prefer certification in simulation or education Work Hours Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed. Compliance Salary Range Disclosure Expected Pay Range: $57,979 - $63,777.60 Howard University is a comprehensive, research-oriented, historically Black private university providing an educational experience of exceptional quality to students of high academic potential with particular emphasis upon the provision of educational opportunities to promising Black students. Further, the University is dedicated to attracting and sustaining a cadre of faculty who are, through their teaching and research, committed to the development of distinguished and compassionate graduates and to the quest for solutions to human and social problems in the United States and throughout the world. Howard University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex,sexual orientation,gender or gender identity, marital status, religion, disability or protected veterans status. Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Inquiries regarding provisions for persons with disabilities or veterans status, Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX should be directed to the Office of Employee Relations and Equal Employment Opportunity at 202-806-1280. This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. The university has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description is not be construed as a contract for employment.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in related field required
5 years professional experience in an academic, clinical healthcare or simulation learning environment
Working knowledge and proficiency in computers, application software, and operating systems and information technology equipment
Experience with or willingness to learn to program and operation simulation equipment from companies such as Laerdal, METI, Gaumard, Harvey and etc.
Certification and/or experience in Laboratory Science
Experience with the tools used in making minor electronic and/or mechanical repairs, e.g., soldering gun/iron, wire strippers, multi-meters, etc.

Nice To Haves

Prefer Bachelor’s degree in related field
Prefer certification in simulation or education

Responsibilities

Assist faculty in the design, implementation, and execution of simulation-based courses inclusive of pre-briefing, creating props, moulage, debriefing, programming manikins, and operating simulation and a/v equipment.
Works with the entire team to ensure the simulation scenarios and environment are realistic and adhere to education pedagogy and simulation standards of best practice.
Identify implement and manage hardware software and multimedia resources to support the simulation center.
Assist IT Manager to maintain equipment and systems including trouble-shooting equipment updating operating systems troubleshooting equipment and resolving system problems with the manufacturer.
Responsible for all set up, transition and breakdown for all sessions daily.
Support / assist in role-playing application and props placement to create a virtual healthcare setting.
Support all procedures and technical skills classes which includes set-up/breakdown, providing laboratory orientation, and maintaining equipment.
Provide laboratory orientation to all learners and faculty.
Maintain the highest standards for a sterile environment by utilizing standard protocol and OSHA regulations.
Manage all aspects of the area which includes animal tissue storage, restocking, and equipment maintenance.
Lead faculty training sessions on simulation equipment and debriefing techniques.
Assist the IT manager to ensure the stability of the technology infrastructure through testing and troubleshooting, and perform any minor repairs needed as well as coordinating with technology partners and manufacturers.
Proficiency in operating the technology in the Center inclusive of the audio/visual system and virtual software, and virtual reality trainers.
Assist in ensuring Center is HIPPA and FERPA rules are followed.
Provide various reports to supervisors as needed.
Assist IT Manager with maintenance repair and maintenance records for all simulation and computer equipment
Lead team member in asset management tracking of medical and disposable supplies as well as creating supply orders.
Attend and contribute to all planning meetings and dry runs scheduled for sessions.
Facilitate Center tours for visitors.
Assist in implementing disaster recovery and back-up procedures and information security and control structures.
Keep abreast of all university and healthcare policies to integrate into Simulation Center policies.
Supports the short-, immediate, and long-term teaching, research, and revenue-generating goals of the Center.
Maintains professional simulation knowledge as well as keep abreast of new innovation and laboratory guidelines and practices
Aim to achieve to become a Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) through the Society for Simulation in Healthcare
Establish personal networks
Participating in professional societies
Attends educational and technical workshops and seminars quarterly.
Other duties as assigned.