Lab Tech/Simulation Programme Assistant - 11 months contract | Up to 2.8k

Key Responsibilities:

1. Simulation Session Setup and Breakdown: Prepare simulation rooms with necessary equipment, including high-fidelity manikins, medical supplies, and audio-visual technology. Clean and organize equipment after each session.

2. Manikin Maintenance and Operation: Perform regular maintenance checks on high-fidelity manikins, troubleshoot any technical issues, and operate manikins during simulation scenarios to ensure accurate physiological responses.

3. Inventory Management: Keep accurate records of teaching supplies, equipment, and manikin parts. Replenish stock proactively to ensure uninterrupted simulation sessions.

4. Technical Assistance and Support: Provide technical support during simulation sessions, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, and assisting with the operation of simulation software.

5. Simulation Scenario Testing: Ensure smooth transitions of scenes in each simulation scenario, verifying that the scenarios run according to the required protocols.

6. Administrative Support: Assist with other teaching-related administrative duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

• Technical Aptitude: Ability to operate and troubleshoot technical equipment, including computers, audio-visual systems, and simulation manikins.

• Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage schedules, inventory, and setup/breakdown of equipment.

• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with faculty, students, and staff.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Quick to identify and resolve technical or logistical issues as they arise.

• Basic Medical Terminology: Familiarity with common medical terms and procedures.

• Safety Protocols: Understanding and adherence to safety protocols when handling medical supplies and simulation equipment.

Minimum Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience in a related field.

• Minimum Qualifications: Diploma

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology or healthcare processes.

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Experience with simulation technology or manikin operation will be an added advantage.

• Prior experience in technical troubleshooting of equipment, such as audio-visual systems, manikins, or computers, is a plus.