Simulation Technologist

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public healthcare organization in Toronto is seeking a Simulation Technologist to support hands-on learning in health profession programs. The role involves operating simulation equipment, assisting educators, and maintaining session quality. Ideal candidates will have experience in healthcare simulation, possess strong communication skills, and enjoy collaborative environments. This full-time position offers extended health coverage, pension plan membership, and other benefits.

Benefits

Extended Health Care

Employee Assistance Program

Close access to Transit

Flexible work environment

Corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Experience supporting simulation-based education, skills labs, or clinical training environments (typically 1-3 years).
• Demonstrated experience with simulation equipment and platforms including setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting.
• Physical ability to lift and move equipment (up to 50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate simulation equipment including mannequins, task trainers, AV systems.
• Assist instructors and participants with simulation setup and operations.
• Support standardized patient sessions by preparing space, materials, and logistics.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

Education in health-related or technical field

Tools

Simulation Equipment

Digital Systems for Inventory

Simulation Control Software

Job description

TheSimulation Technologist plays a key role in supporting hands-on experiential learning across Micheners health profession programs. Reporting to the Centre for the Enrichment of Teaching and Learning (CETL) you’ll help prepare simulation spaces operate and maintain equipment and ensure simulation sessions run smoothly.

You’ll work with a variety of simulation modalities including high- and low-fidelity mannequins task trainers audiovisual systems and standardized patients. This role is ideal for someone with experience in healthcare simulation or clinical education who enjoys problem-solving teamwork and learner support in dynamic settings.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate simulation equipment including mannequins task trainers AV systems and simulation control software.
• Assist instructors and participants with simulation setup and operations.
• Support standardized patient sessions by preparing space materials and logistics.
• Perform routine maintenance cleaning and updates of simulation equipment.
• Track simulation equipment and consumables using institutional digital systems.
• Coordinate withIM AV and Facilities teams to ensure simulation technologies are properly integrated and supported.
• Use internal ticketing systems to log and manage simulation-related technical support requests.
• Provide basic training and technical orientation to faculty staff and student assistants.
• Contribute to lab documentation checklists and safety procedures.
• Uphold safety protocols infection prevention practices and operational standards in simulation spaces.
• Participate in tours demonstrations and simulation-related events or initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education in ahealth-related or technical field such as medical laboratory science nursing respiratory therapy paramedicine or health sciences. This may include adiploma certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience supporting simulation-based education skills labs or clinical training environments(typically 13 years).
• Demonstrated experience withsimulation equipment and platforms(e.g. Laerdal Gaumard CAE) including setup operation and basic troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with simulation session flow working with faculty or facilitators to support live or recorded sessions.
• Comfort using digital systems for inventory scheduling and session documentation.
• Asset : CHSOS certification or willingness to pursue after hire.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to work both independently and in team-based environments.
• Physical ability to lift and move equipment (up to 50 lbs).
• Satisfactory Canadian Police Clearance document required upon hire.

Additional Information

• Extended Health Care (including paramedical) coverage
• Dental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP Development funding for courses conferences seminars and textbooks
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including : travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts on-site gym etc.)

Closing Date : Until Filled

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter.

For further information on The Michener Institute please visit our website at .

The Michener Institute is publicly funded by the Ministry of health and is a respectful caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility diversity and equal opportunity.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time