Health Sciences Simulation Technician & Lab Support

University System of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

University of New Hampshire in Durham is seeking a dedicated Health Sciences Simulation support specialist to assist faculty and students in the Health Sciences Simulation Center (HSSC). You will boot up simulators, manage rooms, and troubleshoot simulation hardware during labs and scenarios.

Responsibilities include operating VR and medical equipment, supporting debriefing systems, and collaborating with nursing faculty to deliver high-quality learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Computer Science
• Organizational skills and the ability to follow directions
• Demonstrated interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility, and/or diversity
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Flexible and able to adapt to a dynamic environment based on changing policies, procedures and clinical needs
• Able to balance multiple tasks simultaneously
• Understanding of nursing concepts and procedures
• Effective communication and teamwork with faculty, staff, and students
• Ability to provide constructive feedback during simulations.
• Adaptability to respond to unexpected changes in simulation scenarios
• Willingness to learn new technologies and methods

Responsibilities

• Boot up and shut down simulators and prepare equipment for sessions
• Operate a variety of computers and simulation equipment during scenarios
• Control simulator software to model physiological responses
• Operate and maintain audio-visual and debriefing systems
• Reset rooms between sessions and restock supplies
• Maintain knowledge of simulation equipment and manuals
• Assist in development and demonstration of instructional best practices
• Provide technical support for task trainers and peripherals
• Provide theatrical production (costuming) for simulations
• Provide technical assistance to students, faculty, and staff in simulation usage
• Enforce safety and security of labs
• Ensure labs are clean, safe and orderly
• Work with students during sessions in HSSC
• Facilitate simulation-based experiences with nursing faculty
• Assist with laboratory needs and manage lab supplies
• Collaborate with nursing faculty to meet course objectives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Flexibility

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Computer Science

Tools

Healthcare simulation equipment

Job description

University of New Hampshire in Durham is seeking a dedicated Health Sciences Simulation support specialist to assist faculty and students in the Health Sciences Simulation Center (HSSC). You will boot up simulators, manage rooms, and troubleshoot simulation hardware during labs and scenarios.

Responsibilities include operating VR and medical equipment, supporting debriefing systems, and collaborating with nursing faculty to deliver high-quality learning experiences.