Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist

Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority; Oconaluftee Indian Village (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

C Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority is seeking a Nurse Education Professional Assistant & Simulation Operator to manage day-to-day simulation operations and technical support for healthcare education. The role includes maintaining equipment, programming scenarios, and coordinating with educators for safe, effective training.

The position supports learning activities, maintains records, and assists with accreditation readiness while ensuring confidentiality and high standards of service.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher in a related field is required.
• CMA/EMT or equivalent healthcare credential may be accepted with relevant experience.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-fidelity simulators, task trainers, VR systems, standardized patients, and related equipment.
• Program simulation scenarios under direction of educators.
• Manage simulator software, hardware, networking, and audiovisual systems.
• Support simulation activities through control rooms, observation, and debriefing tech.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and AV issues during events.
• Maintain simulation databases, libraries, and inventories.
• Assist with moulage prep, room setup, and scenario logistics.
• Provide operational support during mock codes, drills, and orientations.
• Ensure activities comply with safety procedures and program policies.
• Coordinate LMS-related records, compliance reports, and training history.

Skills

Simulation operations

Technical troubleshooting

LMS administration

Equipment maintenance

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate Degree in Healthcare Technology

Bachelor's Degree preferred

CMA/EMT certification in lieu of degree

Tools

Relias LMS

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

C Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority is seeking a Nurse Education Professional Assistant & Simulation Operator to manage day-to-day simulation operations and technical support for healthcare education. The role includes maintaining equipment, programming scenarios, and coordinating with educators for safe, effective training.

The position supports learning activities, maintains records, and assists with accreditation readiness while ensuring confidentiality and high standards of service.