Immersive Simulation Technician

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Grand Canyon University seeks an Immersive Simulation Technician to support the immersive simulation program, prepare and maintain simulation equipment, media, computers, and materials, and assist learners and the Immersive Simulation Facilitator with lab activities.

Onsite role at the Sandy campus requires collaboration with the Lab Director, inventory management, and helping set up scenarios to create a realistic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a diploma or certification relevant to healthcare (e.g., medical assistant diploma).
• Two or more years of patient care experience in clinical healthcare settings preferred.
• Unencumbered RN or LPN licensure is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for operations to ensure all equipment is running properly for immersive simulation.
• Assist with training faculty in the use of simulation equipment and serve as a resource for faculty utilizing simulation.
• Collaborate with the Lab Director to maintain inventory and assist in setup of simulation scenarios.

Skills

Patient care experience

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Education

Medical assistant diploma

RN or LPN licensure

Tools

Immersive simulation equipment

Lab equipment maintenance

Job description

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona's leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. We have an Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program in Sandy- Join Us! The Immersive Simulation Technician provides the technical skills to support the use of immersive simulation for all users. Responsible for preparing and maintaining immersive simulation equipment, media, computers, and materials. Assist learners and Immersive Simulation Facilitator with simulation work and assist Immersive Simulation Facilitator in preparation for lab experiences.

Location: 150 Civic Center Drive, Sandy

Schedule: Onsite Monday thru Friday 7:30am-4:30pm

Benefits

• Full benefits portfolio including tuition package

What you will do:

• Support: Provide support for operations to ensure all equipment is running properly and efficiently. Provide technical operational support for all systems and equipment related to immersive simulation. Assist with training faculty in the use of simulation equipment and serve as a resource for faculty utilizing simulation.
• Collaborate: Work in collaboration with the Director of Lab to maintain inventory of supplies and equipment as needed for simulation. Support/assist in props placement and moulage set-up to create a virtual healthcare setting.
• Develop: Assist with development of scenarios utilized for simulation experiences

What you need:

• Education: Must have granted diploma or certification relative to background experience (e.g., medical assistant diploma).
• Experience: Two or more years of patient care experience as a, but not limited to, Paramedic, Medical Assistant/Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Respiratory Therapist, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), Simulation Technician, or any other licensed health care provider preferred. Two years related experience in clinical healthcare setting. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, pharmacology, and equipment. Occasional weekend and/or evening coverage as needed.
• Licensure: Unencumbered FL LPN or RN Licensure or FL Certification helpful but not required Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCU:

Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program #INDLOPESUP GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.