Simulation Technician

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus is seeking a Simulation Technician to support high-fidelity health-sciences simulations. You will assist with technical setup, operate robotic mannequins, and ensure safe, life-like learning experiences for students in a 36-hour regulated schedule.

The role requires collaboration with faculty and learning technology teams, asset management, and procurement support. Evening and weekend shifts may be required as part of operations.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Nursing; and/or certificate or diploma in Paramedicine; or equivalent
• Minimum of two years in an acute care clinical setting
• Understanding of medical terminology and simulation equipment
• Proficiency with electronic/digital medical equipment and troubleshooting
• Ability to learn new applications and software platforms
• Experience with MS Office suite at an introductory level
• Effective communication, organization, and teamwork
• Initiative and independent work skills
• Demonstrates valuing diversity

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance for nursing, paramedic and health science simulations
• Create realistic scenarios using laboratory checklists and manikins
• Deliver high-fidelity simulations with robotic mannequins and audiovisual cues
• Prepare and disassemble simulation setups and environments
• Coordinate with faculty to input event data and maintain data integrity
• Support learning technology and procurement activities
• Assist in maintaining simulation assets and coordinating repairs

Skills

Effective communication

Strong organizational skills

Team collaboration

Initiative and independence

Diversity awareness

Education

Nursing diploma/degree or Paramedicine certificate

Tools

MS Office

Medical equipment tech

Job description

Competition Number

Competition Number P17991

Posting Title

Classification

Classification Band 7

Location

Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus

Other Location(s)

Building

Other Building

Date Posted

Date Posted 10/26/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 11/04/2026

JIQ #

JIQ # 013

Start Date

Start Date 11/09/2026

End Date

End Date 06/30/2027

Open Until Filled No

Ongoing

Ongoing No

Category of work

Category of work Part Time

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit Professional Services

Hours of Work

Hours of Work Regulated 36 hours (modified)

Salary Range

Salary Range $30.24-$36.16 hourly

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. EDO every other week

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

Job Duties

The Simulation Centres prepare health care 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: 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)

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

Desired QSA

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