Simulation Technician/Lab Coordinator

East Tennessee State University•Johnson City, TN

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About The Position

The ETSU College of Nursing invites applications for a full-time Technician/Lab Coordinator for the Undergraduate Programs Simulation Lab. The Simulation Technician/Lab Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of simulation and skill lab activities, providing training and educational support to faculty and students. This role ensures the effective use of lab technologies, manages equipment and supplies, coordinates scheduling, and maintains accurate records to support a high-quality learning environment. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including: Paid time off & leave 17 paid holidays Educational Assistance Health and life insurance Retirement Access to University facilities and services and much more! Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at: https://www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

Knowledge of standard office computer software.
Knowledge of technologies used for simulation/lab including electrical/technical AV, virtual reality, manikins, and other technologies used for simulation/lab activities.
Knowledge of current simulation standards for best practice as defined by nationally recognized organizations such as INACSL, SSiH and others.
Knowledge of current healthcare practices, including current technologies.
Ability to demonstrate strong organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of faculty, staff, and students.
Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and ability to produce reports.
Ability to work flexible hours, including potential for some weekend days.
Ability to travel.
Associate degree in nursing or a related field (healthcare, education, engineering, bioengineering, information technology, etc.) or equivalent experience.
One (1) year of experience in healthcare simulation.
OR equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field (healthcare, education, engineering, bioengineering, information technology, etc.) or equivalent experience.
Two (2) years of experience in healthcare simulation.
Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) and/or Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification.
Experience in a clinical or educational setting, preferably nursing or medical education.
Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and simulation software.