Simulation Assistant

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Alumni; Regina; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus is seeking a Simulation Assistant to support the SLC with orientation, supplies management, and event preparation. You will help procure materials, coordinate inventory, and ensure smooth operation of simulators and related equipment.

The role requires a nursing or paramedicine background, strong communication, and the ability to work as part of a team in a dynamic educational setting. Evening/weekend may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Nursing; and/or certificate or diploma in Paramedicine; or an equivalent or relevant combination of education, training and experience.
• A minimum of two years of experience working in an acute care clinical setting.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and current knowledge of procedures and consumable medical products used in healthcare and in simulation, including the operation of simulation software.
• Technical proficiency with electronic and digital medical equipment and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• The ability to learn and utilize new applications and software platforms to enhance simulation experiences.
• Training or experience at the introductory level in the use of MS Office suite.
• Effective communication (listening, oral, written) skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates valuing diversity

Responsibilities

• Assist with orientation of new simulation assistants to SLC.
• Collaborate with SLC coordinator for the acquisition of supplies and equipment, purchasing, storage and provision of lab supplies and equipment, including bi-annual inventory count.
• Perform product and vendor research.
• Assess supply and equipment product suitability, availability, program value and performance in relationship to the objectives of the SLC.
• Prepare and present supplies and equipment for specific events, e.g. instillation of fluid compartments of simulators, dressing bundles, simulated sutures, wound care simulators, heat sealed instruments.
• Dismantle and store supplies and equipment following simulation events/scenarios.
• Assist the technician with the physical preparation and dismantling of simulation equipment.
• Establish and maintain working relationships (both national and international) with counterparts from other educational institutions, simulation lab professionals, vendors, community representatives, health industry/education leaders.
• Work as a member of the SLC team.
• Liaise with faculty and health region representatives regarding current standards of practice, policies, procedures and preferred products.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Learning new software

MS Office (intro level)

Education

Nursing degree/diploma or Paramedicine certificate/diploma

Tools

Simulation software

Electronic medical equipment

Job description

Job Content (SDF) Details

Job Content (SDF) Details

Competition Number P17881

Posting Title Simulation Assistant

Classification Band 6

Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus

Other Location(s) Building Regina Campus, Parkway Building Other Building Regina Main Campus

Date Posted 09/08/2026

Closing Date 09/17/2026

JIQ # 010

Start Date 10/05/2026

End Date Open Until Filled

No Ongoing Yes

Category of work Full Time

Bargaining Unit Professional Services

Hours of Work Regulated 36 hours (modified)

Salary Range $2,075.08-$2,479.38 bi-weekly Temporary Market Stipend Incumbent Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay

Full-time, 72 hours biweekly, as assigned by Program Head. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Posting Status Open

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open to individuals with experience in acute care settings; Nurses, Paramedics, CCA’s in acute care settings considered to be relevant.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on the development of a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech’s strategic priorities and, as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees.

Job Duties

• Assist with orientation of new simulation assistants to SLC.
• Collaborate with SLC coordinator for the acquisition of supplies and equipment, purchasing, storage and provision of lab supplies and equipment, including bi-annual inventory count.
• Perform product and vendor research.
• Assess supply and equipment product suitability, availability, program value and performance in relationship to the objectives of the SLC.
• Prepare and present supplies and equipment for specific events, e.g. instillation of fluid compartments of simulators, dressing bundles, simulated sutures, wound care simulators, heat sealed instruments.
• Dismantle and store supplies and equipment following simulation events/scenarios.
• Assist the technician with the physical preparation and dismantling of simulation equipment.
• Establish and maintain working relationships (both national and international) with counterparts from other educational institutions, simulation lab professionals, vendors, community representatives, health industry/education leaders.
• Work as a member of the SLC team.
• Liaise with faculty and health region representatives regarding current standards of practice, policies, procedures and preferred products.

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities And Experience

• Degree or diploma in Nursing; and/or certificate or diploma in Paramedicine; or an equivalent or relevant combination of education, training and experience.
• A minimum of two years of experience working in an acute care clinical setting.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and current knowledge of procedures and consumable medical products used in healthcare and in simulation, including the operation of simulation software.
• Technical proficiency with electronic and digital medical equipment and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• The ability to learn and utilize new applications and software platforms to enhance simulation experiences.
• Training or experience at the introductory level in the use of MS Office suite.
• Effective communication (listening, oral, written) skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively within a team.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates valuing diversity

Desired QSA Required Competencies

Posting Supplemental Questions

• How did you hear about this position?
• Saskatchewan Polytechnic Careers Site
• Newspaper
• LinkedIn
• WorkopolisSaskJobs.ca
• Social Media
• Personal Referral
• Other
• If you answered 'Other' above, please specify source here: (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• List of Reference Contacts