Advanced Surgical Simulation Specialist I

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE seeks an Advanced Surgical Simulation Specialist I to support surgical simulation training for students, residents, and health professionals. The role includes hands-on setup, equipment handling, and data-backed support for educational outcomes.

The position requires collaboration across departments, strong organizational skills, and the ability to operate autonomously within a busy simulation setting. Regular schedule Mon-Fri with some flex.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in healthcare field.
• Experience providing direct patient care and/or experience in a surgical and/or sterile processing environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong organizational, planning and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating innovative solutions and act as liaison for faculty and staff for surgical simulation training.
• Provide operational support for facilities, activities, and resources in the simulation center.
• Deliver technical and hands-on support for surgical simulation session preparation (hands-on setup, equipment, venue).
• Support faculty and staff research activities focused on educational and clinical outcomes.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Associate degree

Healthcare related field

Tools

CAE simulation software

Gaumard simulation software

Laerdal simulation software

Job description

Advanced Surgical Simulation Specialist I

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Omaha, NE

Requisition Number

Staff_14767

Department

iEXCEL 50009652

Business Unit

Academic Affairs

Reg-Temp

Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:00PM; Some flex

Remote/Telecommuting

No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

This position assists in the creation of innovative solutions and is a liaison for faculty and staff for the incorporation of surgical simulation into the training for students, residents and healthcare professionals.
This position will provide operational support of facilities, activities, and resources for simulation, clinical skills and other entities utilizing the center. This includes providing technical and hands-on support for surgical simulation session preparation (human tissue, equipment, venue, etc.) and delivery.
Participates and supports faculty and staff research activities focused on educational and clinical outcomes. This position will also support faculty and staff presentation and publications by linking them to data captured from the simulation training sessions.

Working Title

Advanced Surgical Simulation Specialist I

Job Title

Health Care Specialist

Salary Grade

HC22S

Appointment Type

B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY

Salary Range

$51,000 - $76,500/annual

Job Requisition Begin Date

05/21/2026

Application Review Date

05/28/2026

Review Date Information

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Healthcare related field

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Required Experience

Less than 1 year

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Experience providing direct patient care and/or experience in a surgical and/or sterile processing environment.

Required License

No

Required Computer Applications

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Superior organizational, planning, communication and customer service skills required
• Able to synthesize and use critical thinking to problem solve
• Be willing to take part in the evolution of a new field of practice and contribute to the development of a new “high-profile” entity.
• Multi-tasking and ability to maintain high level of customer service especially in high pressure situations.
• Possesses the strong ability to interact with various professionals (i.e. physicians, nurses, military, faculty, research scientists, etc.)
• Ability to function effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Must possess the ability to work autonomously, when required, take direction, be creative and organized and function under tight timelines
• Commitment to working in a professional, collaborative, and diverse team environment.

Preferred Education

None Preferred

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Preferred Experience

Experience providing instruction, training, education, direct patient care and/or experience in a surgical environment.

• Background (2 years) in previous simulation or training environment.
• Support role in simulation lab or comparable training facility position.
• Experience in supporting instructional activities, preferable in health science education or higher education setting.

Preferred License

Yes

Healthcare licensure ( i.e. RN, EMS , etc). Surgical certifications ( CST , CSFA , TS-A, CSA , CNOR ) are highly desirable.

Preferred Computer Applications

Not Applicable

Preferred Other Computer Applications

Simulation software (i.e. CAE, Gaumard, Laerdal, etc)

Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of instructional design principles, learning theory, online learning strategies, and technology integration.
• Demonstrated experience in using sound instructional design principles when interacting with faculty and staff to ensure effective skills training delivery.

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or [e-mail] to request an accommodation.