Simulation Technician

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Regina; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus is seeking a Simulation Technician to support clinical simulations for nursing, paramedic and health sciences programs. You will provide technical assistance, set up and tear down equipment, and ensure realistic, safe learning experiences.

The role requires at least two years in acute care and a nursing or paramedicine credential, plus strong communication and teamwork skills. Evenings/weekends may be required in a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Nursing or Paramedicine, or equivalent.
• Minimum two years' experience in an acute care setting.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and current procedures.
• Technical proficiency with electronic medical equipment and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with MS Office; ability to learn new software quickly.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team; valuing diversity.

Responsibilities

• Offer technical assistance for simulations across nursing and paramedic programs.
• Deliver high-fidelity scenarios using multiple platforms in a safe simulated environment.
• Prepare and disassemble simulation equipment and arrange the simulation space.
• Input event data with faculty and maintain data integrity.
• Collaborate with learning technology experts on virtual simulations.
• Work with the Simulation Learning Centre team to manage assets and procurement.
• Contribute to continuous improvements of simulation operations.

Skills

Acute care experience

Medical terminology

Technical troubleshooting

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Diversity awareness

Education

Nursing degree/diploma or Paramedicine

Two years acute care experience

Tools

Simulation software

Electronic medical equipment

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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.

Competition Number

Competition Number P17971

Posting Title

Classification

Classification Band 7

Location

Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus

Other Location(s)

Building

Other Building

Other Building Regina Campus, Main Building

Date Posted

Date Posted 10/13/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 10/21/2026

JIQ #

JIQ # 013

Start Date

Start Date 10/26/2026

End Date

Open Until Filled No

Ongoing

Ongoing Yes

Category of work

Category of work Full Time

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit Professional Services

Hours of Work

Hours of Work Regulated 36 hours (modified)

Salary Range

Salary Range $2,177.46 to $2,603.54 bi-weekly

Temporary Market Stipend

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

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/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Job Duties

The Simulation Centres prepare healthcare learners for clinical practice by building their competence and confidence through participation in realistic experiences. The centres 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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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…
4. Partnering with faculty to input event scenarios’ data and maintain data integrity.
5. Assist with faculty and learning technology experts to create and explore virtual simulation requirements and possibilities.
6. Working alongside the Simulation Learning Centre Coordinator and Simulation Assistants to manage assets, oversee maintenance and repairs, and support procurement of supplies and equipment.
7. 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)

1. Degree or diploma in Nursing; and/or certificate or diploma in Paramedicine; or an equivalent or relevant combination of education, training and experience.
2. A minimum of two years of experience working in an acute care clinical setting.
3. 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.
4. Technical proficiency with electronic and digital medical equipment and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
5. The ability to learn and utilize new applications and software platforms to enhance simulation experiences.
6. Training or experience at the introductory level in the use of MS Office suite.
7. Effective communication (listening, oral, written) skills.
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. Ability to work cooperatively within a team.
10. Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
11. Demonstrates valuing diversity