Technology Specialist

Technology Specialist


At PCOM, we espouse to grow a culturally competent workforce to advance healthcare that touches the lives of underserved communities. Diversity and inclusion is the core component of our institutional identity and a key pillar of PCOM’s strategic vision. Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine affirms that diversity and inclusion are crucial to the intellectual vitality of the campus community. It is through freedom of exchange over different ideas and viewpoints in supportive environments that our graduates develop the critical thinking and citizenship skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Since 1899, PCOM has trained highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners, and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care - treating people, not just symptoms. As the field of medicine has changed, we've changed with it - adapting our program offerings to better meet the needs of healthcare providers and the communities they serve. At the main campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (PCOM), the branch campus in Suwanee, Georgia (PCOM Georgia), and our newest location in Moultrie, Georgia (PCOM South Georgia), PCOM students learn to approach problem-solving in a more professional, more team-oriented manner, which prepares them to work successfully in integrated healthcare settings with other health professionals. At Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine you will be part of a caring, professional, and committed community focused on making the PCOM experience the best possible for our students.

We are currently seeking to fill our Technology Specialist position at the Philadelphia campus with a highly qualified and passionate individual.

Technology Specialist


SUMMARY:


The Technology Specialist reports to both the Director of Clinical Simulation and Standardized Patients. The technology specialist will oversee the maintenance of all simulation and technology equipment used in all three simulation labs. Maintenance includes but is not limited to high-fidelity mannequins, task trainers, virtual reality, simulated software for electronic health records, and audio/video recording equipment. This person will also be the point person on video production and editing for use in simulation across all academic programs. This position is based on one of our three campuses or can be remote from an East coast location, as it does require travel to all of our campuses.

The goal of PCOM Simulation Centers is to use state-of-the-art simulation technologies to leverage the most comprehensive educational modalities. Our purpose is to enhance the quality of education and verification of skills through an integrated and proficiency-based curriculum. The PCOM Simulation Center consists of an Operating Room, Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit, Obstetrics/Gynecology suite, OSCE Suites, interchangeable high-fidelity rooms, laparoscopic training space, classrooms, task training skills labs, and several virtual reality trainers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Simulation/OSCE Activities.

Responsible for maintaining all equipment needed in simulation across all three campuses.

Collaborate with Simulation Center and Standardized Patient Managers, Lead SIM Technicians, and SIM Technicians ensuring all equipment in is proper working order prior to any event.

Responsible for repairing equipment that is not functioning correctly.

Responsible for working with industry vendors to find a solution to repair equipment that may fall out of scope that is repairable by the candidate.

Perform bi-annual maintenance on high-fidelity mannequins.

Create and edit videos needed for simulation activities.

Support other aspects of the simulation program as needed.

Administration and Management Responsibility:


Track and maintain equipment maintenance records quarterly.

Collaborate with other team members ensuring resources needed for the simulation and SP program are available and in working order.

Develop a best practices algorithm for equipment maintenance.

Assist onsite and virtual activities as needed.

Basic troubleshooting and management of learning management systems.

Teaching and Instruction Role:


Lead training sessions with simulation technicians on the interworking of the high-fidelity mannequin and video capture equipment.

Other duties as assigned.

Education


High School graduate (Required)

Bachelor’s Degree in related field experience Preferred

Experience

A minimum of 2 years of experience in medical simulation required.

A minimum of 1 year of video and audio editing required.

Computer experience, Google, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.

Simulation experience using different high-fidelity mannequins, task trainers, video capture equipment required.

Knowledge of Blackboard Preferred:


Knowledge of SIM IQ (EMS), SimCapture (Laerdal), Learning Space (CAE) video recording program Preferred

Salary Range: $50,000 - $66,500

PCOM is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration. We adhere to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.