Simulation Specialist - Casual Call In

Lethbridge Polytechnic; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 4,753,000; Part time

Job summary

Lethbridge Polytechnic invites applications for a Simulation Specialist - Casual Call In appointment in the Simulation Hub within the Centre for Health & Wellness. The role supports programs by providing a leading-edge simulation environment and hands-on clinical experience for students and health care providers.

The successful candidate will have current acute clinical experience with nursing or paramedic qualifications, excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, and the

Qualifications

• Active, good standing registration with Alberta nursing/paramedic colleges (LPN, RN, or Paramedic)
• 1–2 years of active acute clinical experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced simulation environment

Responsibilities

• Engage in hi, mid and lo-fidelity simulation exercises; operate, control, and maintain simulated learning spaces
• Monitor equipment safety and report to the Simulation Hub team as needed
• Prepare supplies and equipment for instructor/student use in labs and hi fidelity settings
• Support students practicing skills within classroom and open lab settings
• Facilitate access to labs and equipment for faculty and students
• Ongoing communication with sphere team and program chairs/faculty/staff

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team orientation

Adaptability

Time management

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Professionalism

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Simulation Specialist - Casual Call In Appointment Type AUPE Casual Position Dates October 19, 2026 to June 30, 2027 Hours per week/FTE Casual - Call in as needed

About the Position

The Simulation Specialist has a complex and vital role within Simulation Hub. The Simulation Specialist works within Simulation Hub supporting related programs within the Centre for Health & Wellness. The main objective of this position is to provide a leading-edge simulation environment along with applied clinical experience for the training of students and health care providers. The Simulation Specialist needs to be knowledgeable and have current acute care clinical experience in beginner, intermediate, and senior nursing skills. The Simulation Specialist requires excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills along with the ability to be self-motivated and flexible.

Position Details

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

• engage in hi, mid and lo-fidelity simulation exercises; operate, control, and maintain simulated learning spaces;
• monitor equipment safety and report to the Simulation Hub team as needed;
• prepare supplies and equipment for instructor/student use in labs and hi fidelity settings;
• support students practicing skills within classroom and open lab settings;
• facilitate access to labs and equipment for faculty and students;
• ongoing communication with sphere team and program chairs/faculty/staff.

Required Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• Positive team oriented and collaborative skills
• Ability to adapt and change in a diverse complex simulation environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deal with competing or changing priorities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced simulation environment
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks requiring well-developed skills in the areas of interpersonal, verbal and written communications, assessment and analysis, critical thinking and problem solving
• Active good standing registration with College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta, College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, or Alberta College of Paramedics as a Primary Care Paramedic or Advanced Care Paramedics
• Minimum 1-2 years of active acute clinical experience
• Exceptional time management, organization, planning, communication, and priority-setting skills with the ability to exercise sound judgement is required.
• Flexibility to work within a variety of areas, both independently and in a team environment.
• Proficient at adapting to rapidly changing work conditions with competing interests.
• Demonstrates a consistent history of respectful, professional, and collaborative engagement with colleagues and teams, with a clear commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Simulation Hub systems/processes and programs within the Centre for Health and Wellness.
• Strong understanding and experience working in simulation environments (academic and hospital based).

Salary AUPE Class Level 10 Step 2, $33.36 per hour

Culture of Care

A Culture of Care at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an environment that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a safe and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number C26-00487 Open Date 10/08/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes