Healthcare Simulation Specialist

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is seeking a Simulation Technology Specialist to support healthcare simulation technologies and methodologies for health professions learners as part of CISBEL. The role provides hands-on technical and operational support for simulation education, assessment, research, and events in a dynamic learning environment.

Responsibilities include managing AV in simulation rooms, set-up of manikins and equipment, moulage application, recording and playback, and supporting OSCE,

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in information technology, medical technology, medical simulation, and/or related technological/simulation experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalency in a related field is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to lift and move heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up simulation activities including equipment, manikin(s), task trainers, AV, cameras, microphones, monitors, and recording systems.
• Program and operate patient simulators according to faculty-developed scenarios.
• Provide technical support during simulation activities and troubleshoot issues in real time.
• Operate recording/debriefing systems and assist faculty with playback and media.
• Support OSCE, MOSPE, IPE, immersive simulation, and related activities.
• Clean-up and reset of simulation rooms including debriefing rooms, restocking disposable supplies, cleaning moulage from manikins, and wiping surfaces.
• Maintain inventory, equipment records, supplies, and room readiness.
• Perform routine equipment inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and basic repairs.
• Identify equipment requiring vendor repair or escalation.
• Support equipment loans, transportation, setup, tear-down, and returns.
• Provide responsive customer service to faculty, learners, staff, and visiting programs.
• Maintain competency with evolving simulation, AV, IT, and clinical technologies.
• Participate in cross training across all health sciences simulation spaces.
• Attend and actively contribute to regular team meetings.
• Obtain CHSOS certification once eligible (two years of experience).

Skills

IT experience

Medical technology experience

Medical simulation experience

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Utah is seeking a Simulation Technology Specialist to support healthcare simulation technologies and methodologies for health professions learners as part of CISBEL. The role provides hands-on technical and operational support for simulation education, assessment, research, and events in a dynamic learning environment.

Responsibilities include managing AV in simulation rooms, set-up of manikins and equipment, moulage application, recording and playback, and supporting OSCE,