Simulation Assistant - Trauma Program

Req ID: 159399
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: TRMA ATLS TRAUMA NS
Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief ( 3% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: NSGEU Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 29-Jun-23

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle.

About the Opportunity

Under the direction of the trauma program manager, the Simulation Assistant supports all aspects of simulated and experiential learning with the trauma program required. In collaboration with the Clinical Practice leader, ATLS coordinators, and physicians works to create a respectful and interprofessional environment.

The Simulation Assistant prepares the physical simulation spaces, equipment and supplies to support the effective and efficient running of the simulation education sessions. The Simulation Assistant is involved with operations of the simulation space including organizing, communicating with participants and troubleshooting. The Simulation Assistant exhibits the knowledge, attitudes and behaviours that align with the Trauma program mission and values.

About You

• Grade 12 required
• Completion of a relevant program or a combination of education and experience preferred
• Two years of relevant experience working in healthcare and customer service-orientated experience
• Ability to be proficient with hardware such as PC and Mac computers, video cameras and microphones
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with shifting priorities in order to meet conflicting deadlines is essential
• Demonstrated aptitude for performing general maintenance on mechanical systems
• Strong attention to detail is required. Excellent organization and time management skills are essential
• Ability to adapt and work in new technology forums is an asset
• Ability to prioritize own work
• Ablility to proactively keep abreast of new and emerging technologies
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to users
• Adheres to standards for simulation program operations
• Ability to troubleshoot IT/AV or Simulation Technology issues
• Ability to lift more than 40 lbs, i.e., patient simulators
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to Human Resources before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will be screened on the above qualifications. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the knowledge and competencies in their cover letter and resume. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. Applicants will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or missing information.

Hours

• Casual Relief

Compensation and Incentives

$21.49 - $23.88 Hourly

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

The Nova Scotia Health Authority is a provincial health authority serving Nova Scotia, Canada.