Simulation Technician

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Alumni; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic invites applications for a Simulation Technician at the Prince Albert Campus to support high-fidelity health sciences simulations. The role delivers technical assistance, operates robotic mannequins, and prepares and disassembles equipment in a safe learning environment.

Minimum qualifications include a nursing degree or paramedicine credential and at least two years in acute care; strong medical terminology knowledge; proficiency with medical equipment and simulation

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Nursing; and/or certificate/diploma in Paramedicine.
• Minimum of two years in an acute care clinical setting.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and current procedures.
• Technical proficiency with electronic/digital medical equipment and ability to troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Offer technical assistance for simulations across nursing, paramedic and health sciences programs.
• Deliver high-fidelity scenarios using multiple platforms with life-like learning experiences.
• Prepare and disassemble simulation equipment and environment.
• Input event scenarios data and maintain data integrity.
• Collaborate with faculty on virtual simulation requirements.
• Maintain assets, oversee maintenance and procurement.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements of the Simulation Learning Centre.

Skills

Medical terminology

Technical proficiency

MS Office

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Initiative

Diversity awareness

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

Paramedicine diploma

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

Job Content (SDF) Details

Job Content (SDF) Details

Competition Number P17765 Posting Title Simulation Technician Classification Band 7 Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Prince Albert Campus Other Location(s) Building Other Building Prince Albert Academic Building Date Posted 07/14/2026 Closing Date JIQ # 013 Start Date 08/10/2026 End Date Open Until Filled Yes Ongoing Yes Category of work Full Time Bargaining Unit Professional Services Hours of Work Regulated 36 hours (modified) Salary Range $2,177.46- $2,603.54 bi-weekly Temporary Market Stipend Incumbent Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay

Full time hours, to be assigned by Program Head as needed for operations. Evenings and weekends 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

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

The Simulation Centers prepare health care learners for clinical practice by building their competence and confidence through participation in realistic experiences. The centers create a wide variety of situations, which translate into better care for patients when students graduate and enter their chosen field.

The Simulation Technician will be responsible for duties such as:

• Offering technical assistance for simulations designed for nursing, paramedic, health sciences, and other various programs. This will require the technician to recall prior acute care experience and utilize lab checklist to create realistic scenarios for students.
• Delivery of high-fidelity scenarios using multiple technological platforms to provide students with life-like learning experiences in a safe simulated environment, this includes working with robotic mannequins to provide vocal, audio and visual cues that are appropriate for the scenario.
• Preparation and disassembly of simulation equipment, encompassing both technical setup and physical arrangements: assembling mannikins or task trainers, preparing the simulation environment (beds, supplies, patient charts), ensuring correct props, etc…
• Partnering with faculty to input event scenarios’ data and maintain data integrity.
• Assist with faculty and learning technology experts to create and explore virtual simulation requirements and possibilities.
• Working alongside the Simulation Learning Centre Coordinator and Simulation Assistants to manage assets, oversee maintenance and repairs, and support procurement of supplies and equipment.
• Contribute as part of the Simulation Learning Centre team to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvements

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities And Experience

Specific Accountabilities Duties Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

• 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

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• List of Reference Contacts