Coordinator - Simulation Operations (Grant-Funded)

COORDINATOR - SIMULATION OPERATION (GRANT-FUNDED)
MALCOLM X COLLEGE

Malcolm X College (MXC) is the home to the state-of-the art School of Health Sciences, featuring a virtual hospital, skills labs, and simulation facilities, providing a learning environment that allows students to engage in immersive real-life simulation health care experiences and experiential learning experiences that support effective competency-based education and training. Computer based simulation devices, ranging from part task trainer, computer-enhanced manikins, and virtual reality simulators, are some of the tools used in the MXC health simulation training laboratories.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE

Reporting to the Manager - Simulation Education,the Coordinator -Simulation Operationsis part of a simulation-based healthcare education team, providing technical and operational support for simulation activitiesand instructional technologiesto enable student learning and the practice of patient care skills in a virtual hospital / simulated learning environment.

Coordinator - Simulation Operations positionssupport training sessions through the set up and take down of simulation training scenarios, operate and maintain electronic simulators, task trainers, audiovisual, and computerized equipment used in clinical and simulation activities and support all technical aspects of simulation education.

This is a grant-funded position grant expected to end July, 2023.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Supports faculty and facilitators in running simulation education sessions and training exercises using both high and low fidelity health care simulators used in the simulation and skills center/labs.
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of all training equipment, allowing for the efficient set-up and breakdown of equipment such as patient simulators, task trainers and audiovisual equipment.
• Utilizes patient simulators’ software and programmed scenarios to set up equipment with anticipated physiological changes and interventions.
• Operates equipment during simulation exercises, ensuring students receive high-quality and consistent simulation experiences .
• Troubleshoots and resolves equipment failures and problems with network connectivity and systems supporting simulation operations, A/V systems, and other specialized equipment in coordination with IT staff, vendors, and lab managers/coordinators.
• Programs, tests, and runs simulation scenarios for faculty and simulation facilitators, ensuring equipment (i.e. manikins, task trainers) and supplies are set up appropriately and that desired outcomes will be achieved.
• Maintains a safe learning environment in the simulation and skills center/labs. Organizes equipment and supplies; cleans-up and sanitizes simulation areas after training exercises.
• Provides preventative maintenance including regular cleaning and replacement of disposable parts; ensures equipment and supplies are used and maintained properly.
• Troubleshoots and repairs malfunctioning manikins used for simulation and skills lab sessions and contacts IT support as necessary.
• Supports simulation educators in the development and revision of simulation scenario scripts.
• Assists with the testing of new and revised simulation scripts.
• Trains simulation educators on the use of manikins, use of simulation software, and the operation of related simulation equipment. Provides orientation sessions of the simulation center and lab.
• Provides tours of the simulation lab, demonstrating simulation equipment and technologies to prospective students, community groups, and other visitors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in a health science or information technology field
• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the health sciences, education, information technology, or related field preferred
• Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) certification within first year of employment will be required
• Work experience in a simulation lab, healthcare field, or health education strongly preferred
• Functional knowledge or experience with b asic computer hardware operations, basic A/V equipment, and video recording
• Demonstrated t echnical/mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate MAC, PC and Windows platform computer systems
• Some knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy/physiology
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail
• Ability to understand technical information, both written and explained by others
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

WE OFFER: Excellent health benefits at a low cost; Investment plans 403(b) & 457(b); SURS Retirement Plan; Generous vacation, holidays, personal and sick days; Tuition Reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits please visit our benefits page.

For the third time in four years, Malcolm X College was selected as a Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner! The award is given by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), a membership organization committed to promoting and celebrating excellence in teaching and leadership at community and technical colleges, and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a leading academic publication.

MXC was recognized for its best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities.

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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