Healthcare Simulation Op Spec

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Simulation Operations Specialist to support high‑quality medical simulation training. You will work with educators, physicians, and leadership to ensure equipment readiness and course success.

The role involves organizing equipment, performing preventive maintenance, managing inventory, and assisting with curriculum development alongside clinicians, in a hands‑on education environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Two years of medical simulation experience required.
• Simulation experience can substitute for clinical educator experience.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain equipment and supply storage areas with inventory tracking.
• Perform preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs to keep equipment operational.
• Manage inventory levels and keep accurate records.
• Maintain course and equipment/supply records.
• Support curriculum development with Nurse Educators and Physicians.

Skills

AV systems

High fidelity simulators

Medical equipment

Clinical skills

Windows/macOS

Office tools

Moulage

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

2 years simulation experience

Tools

A/V Software

Simulator software

iPad OS

Job description

Job Description

Join our Simulation Center team at the University of Maryland Medical System and help support innovative, hands‑on healthcare training experiences. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys technology, organization, problem‑solving, and working in a collaborative healthcare education environment.

Simulation Operations Specialist

This position works closely with educators, physicians, and the Training & Simulation Manager to support high‑quality medical simulation training programs.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Organize and maintain equipment and supply storage areas, including inventory tracking and sign‑out systems
• Perform preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs to ensure equipment remains operational
• Manage inventory levels and maintain accurate inventory records
• Maintain records of courses and equipment/supply needs
• Support curriculum development alongside Nurse Educators and Physicians using best educational practices and established protocols
• Develop proficiency in simulator operations, software systems, lab setup, moulage, cadaver labs, and medical equipment preparation
• Serve as a point of contact with equipment vendors and manufacturers for troubleshooting and support
• Complete hardware and software updates for simulation equipment and systems
• Assist with simulator operation during training sessions as needed
• Demonstrate and teach simulator operations to instructors and facilitators
• Support the goals and mission of the Simulation Center
• Prepare summaries and records for monthly and annual operational reports
• Provide feedback regarding facilities, equipment, and course operations
• Move equipment and supplies between simulation spaces as needed
• Research vendors, compare products, and obtain quotes for supplies and equipment
• Maintain and operate audiovisual equipment for courses and training sessions
• Facilitate, brief, debrief, instruct, and participate in courses as requested

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Two (2) years of medical simulation experience or an equivalent combination of education and alternate experience is required (Simulation experience can be substituted for Clinical Educator Experience)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• A/V Systems using computer and web cams to view and record a lab.
• High Fidelity Simulators.
• General Medical Equipment used in a hospital and prehospital setting such as: Beds, Stretchers, LUCAS Devices, Patient Monitors and Defibrillators, Ventilators, Suction, IV Pumps, and more.
• General Clinical Skills such as: Bag Valve Mask Ventilation, CPR, Defibrillation, Synchronized Cardioversion, Transcutaneous Pacing, BLS Airway Placement, Intubation, IV Insertion, Medication Administration, and more.
• Windows and Apple OS for iPads.
• Power Point, Excel, Word, Google Docs/Sheets/Presentation, Smart sheets.
• Moulage.