Simulation Operations Specialist

Air Methods•Phoenix, AZ

21h•$61,225 - $91,875•Hybrid

About The Position

The Simulation Operations Specialist coordinates human and non-human simulation activities, including integrating, maintaining, and operating computer and audiovisual technology; preparing for and completing post-simulation activities; and executing simulation sessions. This is a hybrid position. Candidates should currently live in, or be open to relocating to, the Phoenix or Denver area. The role travels between Air Methods’ simulation centers approximately 50% of the time and has no supervisory responsibilities. The specialist supports simulation center operations by maintaining audiovisual and clinical equipment, simulators, task trainers, and related technology; preparing realistic clinical environments; supporting learners, faculty, and staff; and helping design, implement, and refine educational experiences and simulation scenarios. The role also contributes to research, quality improvement, equipment evaluation, records and documentation, inventory control, and compliance with safety, privacy, security, and industry requirements. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including three or more years in healthcare simulation operations. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and must be obtained within four years of hire; tuition reimbursement is available. CHSOS certification is required within two years of hire. The listed pay range is USD $61,225 to $91,875 per year. The job posting refers applicants to the company benefits page for benefits information but does not specify individual benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and three or more years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three or more years of experience in healthcare simulation operations.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
Bachelor’s degree required within four years of hire.
Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist Certification (CHSOS) required within two years of hire.
Ability to quickly and independently acquire new technological skills.
Time-management skills and ability to work independently without a structured environment.
Comfort working with cadaveric or animal tissue.
Advanced skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience programming and operating CAE and Gaumard simulators.
Ability to travel between simulation centers approximately 50% of the time.
Regular scheduled attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Prior EMS experience as an EMT or Paramedic preferred.
Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair audiovisual technology assets and oversee CAE Learning Space and/or other simulation audiovisual systems.
Provide pre-briefings or orientations to learners, faculty, and staff about the learning environment.
Support simulation center users in the safe and appropriate use of specialized equipment and resources.
Research, recommend, design, implement, and evaluate educational experiences that enhance simulation learning.
Apply knowledge of health professions principles and practices, common medical equipment, universal precautions, and current clinical practice and evidence-based research in simulation and clinical skills education.
Provide general support, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair for clinical equipment used in the simulation center.
Support the design and implementation of learning experiences and facilitate simulation for education, clinical research, quality improvement, and equipment evaluation.
Test, update, calibrate, and maintain simulation technology and systems through preventive and corrective maintenance and repair.
Safeguard the privacy and security of simulation center data and technology assets.
Coordinate or assist with scheduling and access to simulation spaces and resources.
Manage stock and maintain adequate security and levels of consumables and equipment.
Keep preparation and storage areas clean, safe, orderly, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
Maintain operational documents and records, update databases, and analyze routine information as required.
Plan, coordinate, and execute simulation activities and services in alignment with Air Methods’ Education Blueprint.
Maintain knowledge of and comply with Air Methods’ and industry policies, standards, and regulations.
Contribute to and maintain simulation technology documentation.
Set up, program, operate, store, test, and calibrate simulators, task trainers, and other simulation equipment.
Prepare simulation environments to represent clinical settings using real and simulated clinical supplies and equipment.
Portray patients, family members, or other scenario participants as directed.
Research, create, apply, and remove moulage and special effects appropriate to scenarios.
Provide setup and implementation support for simulation activities to create immersive experiences.
Create or fabricate simulators, scenario props, and environments as needed.
Collaborate with others to develop, evaluate, and refine scenarios using role-playing, props, and dialogue.
Travel between Air Methods’ simulation centers approximately 50% of the time.
Maintain regular scheduled attendance.