Clinical Simulation Officer, IHM

Health & Management Pty; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

NES leave entitlements

Job summary

Health & Management Pty (in partnership with IHM) seeks a Clinical Simulation Officer to orchestrate immersive simulations that sharpen clinical skills, boost confidence, and bridge theory with practice. You will coordinate labs, manage equipment, and guide students through realistic scenarios to ensure high standards of patient safety.

The role emphasizes regulatory awareness (ANMAC/NMBA/AQF) and collaboration with course teams, with opportunities for professional development and flexible

Qualifications

• AQF Level 5 or higher in Health/Medicine.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 1 year of laboratory experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate lab timetables with Course Coordinators and communicate with students.
• Maintain accurate lab documentation including attendance and inventory.
• Ensure lab readiness and hygiene for simulation/practical labs.
• Manage lab procurement and supplier relationships within budget.
• Align simulation activities with curriculum requirements and reduce stock wastage by 10%.

Skills

Lab experience

Simulation technology

Regulatory standards

Communication skills

Adapt to new tech

Education

AQF Level 5 or higher in Health/Medicine

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Job Category: Learning & Teaching

About IHM

The Institute of Health & Management (IHM) is a TEQSA-registered Australian higher education provider (PRV14040, CRICOS 03407G), delivering nursing, health and management courses from campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Brisbane. Powered by Arizona State University (ASU), IHM combines academic rigour with simulation-based learning and contemporary digital education.

Our purpose is Caring with Passion. Our values are Innovation, Caring and Excellence, underpinned by Integrity - honesty, openness and trust. We exist to prepare nurses who practise person-centred, compassionate care and who become trusted members of the communities they serve, including across regional Australia where that care is needed most.

The Bachelor of Nursing is IHM's flagship course, approved by TEQSA in March 2025. It is central to IHM's ambition to become Australia's first university college specialising in nursing by 2030 - an ambition we are pursuing through the applicable regulatory pathways.

Job Description

About Role:

At IHM, the Clinical Simulation Officer plays a pivotal role in revolutionizing learning experiences. They orchestrate immersive simulations to hone clinical skills, enhance confidence, and bridge theory with practice. Responsible for coordinating scenarios, managing simulation equipment, and guiding students, they ensure a dynamic and effective educational environment. By fostering realism and critical thinking, they empower healthcare professionals to excel in their roles, contributing to the highest standards of patient care and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate lab timetables with Course Coordinators and ensure timely communication to students.
• Maintain accurate lab documentation, including attendance, equipment, and inventory registers.
• Ensure lab readiness and hygiene, including simulation/practical lab setup, cleaning, and upkeep.
• Manage lab procurement and supplier relationships within budget through effective sourcing and negotiation.
• Align simulation activities with curriculum requirements while achieving a 10% reduction in stock and consumable wastage.

Why Join IHM?

• Lead and shape IHM's flagship Bachelor of Nursing program at an exciting stage of growth and development.
• Opportunity to contribute to IHM's vision of becoming Australia's first university college specialising in nursing.
• A values-led and supportive workplace focused on staff and student wellbeing.
• Investment in professional development, scholarship and NMBA continuing professional development.
• Access to contemporary simulation and digital learning facilities and international academic partnerships.
• Competitive benefits including leave entitlements in accordance with the National Employment Standards (NES), flexible working arrangementsand other employee benefits.

Desired Skills and Experience

AQF Level 5, bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Medicine, Health Science, Biochemistry, nursing, etc).

Experience

• Minimum 1 Year experience in a laboratory setting is mandatory
• Experience in designing, implementing, and facilitating simulation scenarios for healthcare professionals.

Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of ANMAC, NMBA, AQF, EPIQ-RN and relevant regulatory standards.
• Understanding of ethical and legal requirements in Higher Education.
• Proficient in simulation technologies and software.
• Knowledge of healthcare practices and patient care procedures.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to adopt and integrate new simulation technologies

All recruitment, selection and promotion decisions will be based on the best qualified and experienced candidate who can meet the genuine occupational requirements of this position. HCI provides equal opportunity in employment to all people without discrimination or harassment based on a personal characteristic protected under the Equal Opportunity Act. Indigenous Australians are also encouraged to apply for the position.