Simulation Operations Specialist, School of Nursing

University of Pennsylvania

118d • $26 - $28

About The Position

The Simulation Operations Specialist partners with Simulation Education Specialists and faculty to develop, implement, operate, and participate in simulation activities to guarantee a high quality, safe, and consistent simulation experience in the Helene Fuld Pavilion for Innovative Learning. Assist in the management of the infrastructure to ensure student privacy, operational efficiency, limited downtime, and that learning objectives are met. Troubleshoot and resolve any technical and logistical issues; operate simulation capture system to ensure activities are videotaped. Provide first and second level repairs and preventative maintenance to simulation resources; ensure equipment and supplies are used and maintained properly. Plan, develop and manufacture materials and techniques for executing moulage and task trainers in collaboration with key players to enhance the overall realism of the simulation activity. Maintain current simulation related knowledge, excellent customer service and effective communications.

Requirements

• High School Grad/GE Degree and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Helene Fuld Pavilion operations team.
• Lead the Fuld Pavilion Operations team in complex simulation activity design, setup and execution.
• Manage the daily team assignments to ensure that simulation activities are setup, fully staffed, run efficiently, and are properly put away.
• Manage a running list of preventative maintenance and upkeep side tasks to be performed in the Helene Fuld Pavilion.
• Act as a point of escalation for Fuld Pavilion Operations staff in regards to simulation design, setup, and execution.
• Advise, plan, implement, participate, operate, and evaluate simulation activities in partnership with simulation faculty.
• Collaborate with faculty on the planning and design of simulation activities.
• Setup and prepare individual simulation activity areas using gathered supplies, equipment, technology, props and Moulage.
• Operate simulators and task trainers as part of the simulation activity.
• Assist with re-setting the simulation activity between active simulations.
• Perform a pre- and post-activity check of computers, software, simulators, task trainers, and healthcare equipment.
• Maintain, repair, and perform 1st and 2nd echelon preventative maintenance on simulators, task trainers and healthcare equipment.
• Plan, develop, and manufacture materials and techniques for executing moulage and task trainers.
• Actively sustain a safe and clean healthcare environment in the Helene Fuld Pavilion.
• Act as the lead representative on behalf of the Helene Fuld Pavilion to the University of Pennsylvania Health System and the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania.
• Develop and provide orientation and training to users of the Helene Fuld Pavilion.
• Maintain currency in healthcare simulation knowledge and skillset.
• Participate in related university and national teams, committees, task forces, special interest groups, and professional organizations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• Generous retirement plans including Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans.
• Substantial time away from work for personal needs.
• Long-term care insurance for faculty and staff.
• Wellness and work-life resources.
• Professional and personal development resources.
• Access to university resources and cultural activities.
• Discounts and special services for faculty and staff.
• Flexible work options.
• Forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home in West Philadelphia.
• Adoption assistance for qualified expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees