Simulation and Skills Lab Technician - Tech 3 (AESES)

University-of-Manitob; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Manitoba invites applications for a Simulation and Skills Lab Technician - Tech 3 (AESES) in the College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences.

The role supports Learning Labs, mannequins, VR labs, and OSCEs, ensuring set-up, maintenance, and safety. Regular expectations include part-time hours with weekend coverage when needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Community College course in a related discipline is required.
• Licensed Practice Nurse or other nursing training preferred.
• Minimum one year of directly related experience in a hospital/medical setting.
• Experience with nursing care equipment, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
• Experience operating audio-visual equipment and EPIC ordering system preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of Learning Labs including mannequins, VR Lab, and Skills Labs.
• Maintain routine care for mid/high-fidelity mannequins and VR hardware.
• Program mannequins for simulations and OSCEs as directed.
• Set up equipment and supplies for each academic term.
• Demonstrate equipment to staff and serve as a resource for Lab operations.
• Ensure safety policies are followed and participate in lab meetings.
• Liaise with maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Medical terminology

Education

Community college course in related discipline

Licensed Practice Nurse or nursing training preferred

Tools

EPIC ordering system

Microsoft Office Suite

Audio-visual equipment

Job description

Simulation and Skills Lab Technician - Tech 3 (AESES)

Simulation and Skills Lab Technician - Tech 3 (AESES)

College of Nursing

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Position number: 35879

Date posted: October 26, 2026

Job details

Simulation and Skills Lab Technician - Tech 3 (AESES)

Regular Continuing Part-Time (Budget Funded)

Full-time: No

Permanent: Yes

Work schedule: 17.50 hours/week

Salary: $23.13 to $33.29 per hour

Expected Start Date November 16, 2026

840 hours worked

For more information please contact: Jeanne San Miguel - [e-mail]

Qualifications

MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Completion of a Community College course in a related discipline is required.
• Licensed Practice Nurse or other nursing training preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum one year of directly related experience required, preferably in a hospital/medical setting.
• Experience using and maintaining nursing care equipment required, including ability to troubleshoot malfunction and perform minor repairs.
• Experience operating audio-visual equipment required.
• Experience with EPIC ordering system preferred.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must have highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, and organization abilities.
• Excellent command of the English language - verbal and written - required.
• Must have a mature attitude with attention to detail and ability to complete assignments in the midst of distractions.
• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Moderate to heavy lifting required - maximum weight approximately 80 lbs.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and equipment used in nursing required.
• Microcomputer skills using Microsoft Office Suite of programs required.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality is required.

OTHER JOB RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

• No allergies to job-related materials.

Key responsibilities

Preparation of Learning Labs (Mannequins, VR Lab, and Skills Labs)

• Receives thorough training on each type of hi- and mid-fidelity mannequin and virtual reality (VR) hardware and software, including setup, programming, troubleshooting, changing parts, and terminal clean (terminal clean is listed under Part C ‘Cleaning’).
• Performs routine maintenance of mid- and high-fidelity mannequins and VR hardware used in CoN Learning Labs.
• Liaises with mannequin company regarding mannequin operation and needed repairs (communicate this with Learning Labs Coordinators and Manager).
• Maintains a record/documentation of this information (dates, issue, etc.).
• Programs mannequins according to the simulation-based experience (SBE) and objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs).
• Organizes equipment for Labs prior to beginning of each academic term (this involves checking with Lab Leaders before the start of Fall term, Winter term, and Summer term for changes to ensure preparation is completed prior to start of term).
• Demonstrates equipment operations and procedures to Learning Labs staff, as required.
• Serves as a resource for the Simulation Operators relating to required supplies and mannequin function.
• Sets up bedside equipment and patient units in all Labs, e.g., intravenous and oxygen administration, catheterization, nasogastric intubation, suturing, etc. as needed.
• Fabricates and adapts medical and teaching equipment to simulate real life scenarios per instructors’ direction.
• Operates specialized medical/nursing equipment that requires theoretical and practical knowledge.
• Keeps up to date with safety policies (e.g., disposal of sharps), lab equipment techniques, and equipment changes.
• Participates in regular meetings with Learning Labs staff on SBE and OSCE cases to discuss set up, techniques, and modifications.
• Checks the accuracy of shipment and follow-up as necessary, e.g., if order is incomplete or equipment is not working.
• Liaises with Learning Labs Coordinators re lab preparation for special bookings (e.g., Remediation, Tours, Photos).
• Acts as a resource for all CoN Learning Labs staff, including BN, Midwifery, and NP programs.
• Performs routine maintenance of specialized medical/nursing equipment in Labs, repairs equipment as needed, provides information to the Learning Labs Coordinators, and arranges for repairs.
• Calibrates and tests medical/nursing equipment in all areas as required.
• Collects and acts as liaison with secondary sources for acquisition and maintenance of supplies.
• Maintains a system for ordering supplies, recommends purchase of some equipment based on research on current developments.
• Maintains supply of linen for the labs, arranging for pick-up and delivery.
• Under the direction of the instructors, maintains and updates policy and procedure manuals/monographs for Labs and those from the regional health authorities.
• Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies at an adequate level, collaborating with the Learning Labs Coordinators and Program-specific Coordinators (NP/Midwifery) as needed or when ordering needs to occur.
• Recommends purchase of equipment based on changing SBEs and OSCEs.
• Empties confidential waste into the main 3rd or 4th floor receptacle.
• Maintains a current copy of all applicable policy and procedure manuals/drug monographs in each Learning Lab.
• Maintains supply of linen for the Learning Labs, coordinating supply and dirty linen pickup with Skills Coordinator.
• Assists with scheduling and planning of open lab practice times.

Cleaning

• Manages garbage (non-medical waste) and used supplies (i.e., IV tubing, etc) in collaboration with Caretaking Services.
• Cleans labs including dusting and washing, excluding floors, as needed.
• Daily upkeep of lab facilities, maintaining an acceptable level of cleanliness.
• Deep cleans and “terminal cleaning” of mannequins and other equipment used in Learning Labs at the term end.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional information

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

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