Simulation Technician II

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The British Columbia Institute of Technology is seeking a full-time Simulation Technician II to support simulation faculty by managing equipment and set-up for scenarios. This role requires experience in simulation-based education, flexibility, and strong organizational skills, with a competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

At least 25 days of vacation

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Access to BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge

Wellness and Employee Assistance programs

Complimentary membership to the Fitness Centre

Qualifications

• Two years experience as a Simulation Technologist or Laboratory Assistant.
• Knowledge of healthcare equipment and terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and assembles equipment for simulation work.
• Tests new apparatus and technology.
• Responsible for the care and cleaning of machinery.

Skills

Organization

Time Management

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Creativity

Education

Diploma of Technology or equivalent

Job description

At BCIT , putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision , which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.

Position Summary

BCIT’s School of Health Sciences is currently seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE ) Simulation Technician II to join their team. This role is complex and requires flexibility, creativity and excellent organization and time management skills. The Simulation Technologist’s responsibilities are based on concepts of experiential learning and simulation-based education. This role is responsible for providing support services to simulation faculty including the set-up and breakdown of simulation scenarios and basic troubleshooting of simulation equipment and technologies. The Simulation Technologist has a basic understanding of simulation-based education and healthcare equipment and terminology. Due to the advancement of simulation technologies, it is important for this role to demonstrate a willingness to learn new technologies.

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepares, assembles, and disassembles equipment for practical application in simulation work;
• Tests new apparatus, technology and equipment;
• Takes responsibility for the care and cleaning of machinery, equipment and supplies and may recommend to the Program/Department the purchase of new equipment;
• As required by BCIT , actively participates in the inventory process to ensure that equipment is properly accounted for on the inventory list;
• Effects repairs on simulation apparatus and equipment;
• May assist in the preparation of audio-visual technologies and equipment;
• Performs such other related work as may be required, consistent with the foregoing Characteristic Duties and Job Summary

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Two (2) years of experience as a Simulation Technologist or Laboratory Assistant plus one additional year of appropriate post-secondary education; or
• Diploma of Technology or equivalent.
• Knowledge of healthcare equipment and terminology, including simulation-based education preferred

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position )
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans !
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail] . Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Email applications will not be accepted.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range

Salary Range $58,460 - $72,424 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Posting Category

Posting Category Faculty

Department 2

Department 2 Specialty Nursing

Campus Location

Campus Location Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-2
  • 3-5
  • 6-9
  • 10+
• * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
  • Yes
  • No
• * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
  • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate