Simulation Technology Specialist I - School of Nursing
About The Position
The Simulation Technology Specialist I provides technical and operational support for the School of Nursing’s Simulation Program. The role helps ensure simulation-based learning runs smoothly by managing high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, audiovisual systems, and related technologies, and by collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to deliver safe, realistic, high-quality simulation experiences. The position operates, maintains, and troubleshoots simulation equipment and platforms; prepares simulation environments and scenarios; and provides technical support before, during, and after sessions. It also manages audiovisual recordings, equipment maintenance, and supply inventory; trains users; and contributes to program improvement, professional development, and special projects. This is a full-time, in-person position on campus. Occasional evening or weekend hours are required to support academic schedules. The role requires lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- Four years of experience with audiovisual systems and computer networking; relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
- One year of experience with healthcare simulation equipment; relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
- Communication skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Multitasking skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare or technical discipline.
- One year of experience in healthcare simulation operations, nursing education, or clinical healthcare settings.
- One year of experience with simulation platforms and tools such as Laerdal, SimCapture, VR/AR technologies, or learning management systems.
- One year of experience setting up clinical environments and applying moulage techniques.
- One year of experience supporting technical systems used in simulation-based education.
Responsibilities
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot simulation equipment, including manikins, task trainers, and virtual platforms.
- Set up, reset, and maintain simulation environments for clinical scenarios, including props, moulage, and medical supplies.
- Provide technical support before, during, and after simulation sessions.
- Record, edit, and manage audiovisual content using SimCapture, B-Line, and other audiovisual systems.
- Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs on simulation equipment and coordinate external servicing when needed.
- Monitor inventory of consumables and equipment and reorder supplies as necessary.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to design, test, and implement technical components of simulation scenarios.
- Train faculty, staff, and students to use simulation equipment and audiovisual systems.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for simulation operations.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices in simulation education.
- Participate in team meetings, professional development, and special projects aligned with the Simulation Program’s mission.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage begins on day one.
- Health expense accounts with employer contributions are available to employees who participate in a qualifying health plan.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Additional voluntary insurance plans.
- Paid vacation and sick time accrue upon hire.
- Ten paid holidays.
- One paid discretionary day after six months of employment.
- Paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave after 12 months of employment.
- Retirement program with an employer contribution.
- Additional voluntary retirement programs, including 457 or 403b.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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