Experiential Learning Specialist-Auxiliary (On Call)

White Spot; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Coquitlam seeks an Experiential Learning Specialist to support simulation labs for health sciences programs. Responsibilities include setup and training faculty and students on equipment. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and three years of related experience. The position offers competitive hourly wages and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Excellent health and dental benefits

Defined-benefit pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Access to fitness centres and classes

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of related work experience in clinical or simulation settings.
• Knowledge of clinical/medical terminology and lab processes.
• CHSOS or CHSE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in simulation labs for students and faculty.
• Train faculty and students on simulator use.
• Manage the preparation and set-up of lab resources.

Skills

Healthcare simulation expertise

Technical support skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in health or related field

Tools

Simulation equipment

Healthcare-related technology

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location: Coquitlam Campus

Salary Range: $32.04 to $36.06 hourly. Salary scale and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

To provide technical, procedural, and logistical daily operational support in the development and utilization of lab and simulation resources to students and faculty in the Faculty of Health Sciences programs. This includes working in the Simulation Laboratories, Simulation Suites, Home Health Labs, and Therapeutic Communication Suites. The position has full responsibility for the preparation, set-up, and takedown of all labs and simulations, including supplies, equipment, and skills preparation of manikins (patient simulators), maintenance of hospital equipment, task trainers, and high-fidelity simulators, security, and day-to-day operations. The Experiential Learning Specialist is responsible for training and providing learning opportunities for faculty and students on the proper use of hospital equipment and high-fidelity simulators. The role requires a strong understanding of simulation technologies and healthcare simulation standards of best practice. The position reports to the Manager, Experiential Learning Operations, Health Sciences, and delivers excellent service to all stakeholder groups.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices, and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative, and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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WHAT IT TAKES

• Bachelor's degree in a health, technology, communications or other related field at an accredited, post-secondary institution;
• Minimum three years of related work experience in a healthcare-related environment in a clinical healthcare setting and/or simulation laboratory setting in an educational institution;
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification preferred; or certification within the first 12 months of hire;
• An equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical/medical terminology and lab processes is essential
• Experience operating a variety of simulation equipment, including patient simulators, task trainers, medical/healthcare-related equipment, and technology is essential;

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Additional Information

• This temporary On-Call (Varied hours per week) position is available starting September 2, 2025.
• Hours of work will typically be scheduled Monday to Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
• Shift days and times may change depending on operational needs.
• Evening and occasional weekend work may be required.
• The position is located at the Coquitlam campus and will be required to work at all Douglas College campuses.

Posting Number 02568SA

Position Title: Experiential Learning Specialist-Auxiliary (On Call)

Anticipated Start Date: 09/02/2025

End Date: Needs a Criminal Records Check

How To Apply

Open Date: 07/24/2025

Close Date: 07/30/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Minimum Number of References

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning and working environment. We welcome all applicants, including those from groups experiencing inequity, such as Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions, and persons of all faiths, ages, marital statuses, and parental statuses.

Important Note

Qualified internal applicants must apply by July 30, 2025, to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.