Simulation Technologist

Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 00266
Closing Continuous
Academic Year No
Location Bangor, ME
Department Nursing Advance ME Grant (2946)


Description

The Simulation Technologist is a full time 12 month position that provides operational support for simulation initiatives at Husson University. This includes set-up, implementation, and breakdown of all components of a simulation, maintenance of the simulation space, and assisting the Coordinator of Simulation Education faculty training related to simulation.

Examples of Duties

• Provides equipment and software management (hardware and software). This includes maintenance and diagnostics of both.
• Maintains a record of the use of human patient simulators and associated equipment related to: utilization, performance, maintenance, system upgrades and user satisfaction.
• Serves as the liaison between the hardware and software companies. Upgrade both equipment and software to keep current with expanding technology.
• Consults with IT department to ensure new and existing equipment aligns with current servers and platforms.
• Provides troubleshooting for simulator software and hardware.
• Responsible for training faculty, adjuncts, and staff on use of hardware and software.
• Provides oversight of a library of how-to guides for faculty.
• Controls patient simulator during scenario-based training sessions.
• Hosts simulation center tours as requested.
• Sets up for simulation activities prior to the event, including space, equipment, manikins, moulage, and electronic medical records.
• Cleans up and resets simulation rooms, including debriefing rooms. This includes restocking the supply cart, cleaning moulage, cleaning and rinsing manikins, changing/restocking linens, and removing extraneous supplies.
• Provides technical support for faculty for specific application systems for simulated experiences (e.g., CAE, EHR tutor, EHRgo, Juno and Laerdal systems, etc.).
• Assists with logging the use of all simulation equipment related to: utilization, performance, maintenance, system upgrades and user satisfaction.

Typical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

Education:

• Associate or Bachelor Degree in technology or health care field preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

• Experience working with web-based computer technology and A/V equipment.
• Experience working in health care, higher education, and/or simulation preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical equipment and terms preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, organizational skills, self-motivated, and ability to work with diverse groups (students, faculty, staff).
• Requires the ability to collaborate professionally and work in a team.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The employee must be able to sit for long periods of time, be able to work ergonomically and be able to lift up to 10 pounds. There may also be a good deal of walking, depending on your role within the department.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The work environment at Husson University is one of a relaxed, professional setting, and faculty, staff, and students may possibly share workspaces with our students. The noise level in the work environment is typically quiet.

SAFETY STANDARD

Each employee shall use care in the performance of their duties and act in a manner that will assure maximum safety to themselves, fellow employees, and the public. All unsafe conditions, accidents, and injuries shall be reported immediately to the supervisor.

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Agency Husson University
Address 1 College Circle Bangor, ME, 04401
Website http://www.husson.edu

PI217958917