Patient Simulation Technician

Holyoke-Community-College; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits package

Job summary

Holyoke Community College seeks a Simulation Technician to provide technical and administrative support to the simulation program. The incumbent will maintain and troubleshoot patient simulators, manage inventory, and assist in running simulations in a collaborative, safety-conscious environment.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to work independently and with teams, and flexibility to work evenings/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in science, computer science, or healthcare field.
• Experience in a lab setting with lab equipment maintenance, programming, troubleshooting, cleaning and repair.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and selected Mac applications.
• Experience with audio visual equipment and technology including production and editing.
• Exhibit strong diagnostic and problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in teams.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Orient students and faculty on equipment in the simulation center and conduct tours as needed.
• Troubleshoot simulators and peripheral equipment; arrange warranty service or on-site repair.
• Maintain an inventory database and perform supplies inventory.
• Keep the Center clean, safe, and operational following universal precautions and CDC guidelines.
• Manipulate simulators during scenarios; perform on-the-fly troubleshooting; provide theatrical support as needed.
• Support faculty in running low-definition and high-definition simulations.
• Maintain records as appropriate.
• Set up and breakdown lab activities based on program needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Independent and team work

Strong diagnostic/problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in science, CS, or healthcare

CHE certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Mac applications

Audio-Visual equipment & production/editing

Job description

The Simulation Technician provides technical and administrative support to the simulation program. The Technician will have a solid background in the operation, programming, repair and maintenance of all patient simulation equipment and exhibit strong diagnostic and problem solving skills. The candidate will have excellent communication skills both written and oral, the ability to work independently as well as within various teams.

Please note: This is not a teaching position.

• Orient students and faculty on equipment in the simulation center and conduct tours as needed in the center.
• Troubleshoot all simulators and peripheral equipment and obtain warranty service and/or on site repair as appropriate.
• Maintain a database for inventory of supplies and perform inventory of supplies.
• Maintain the Center as a clean, safe and operational facility and optimal learning environment following universal precautions and CDC guidelines.
• Manipulate simulator during scenario; perform on the fly troubleshooting; and, provide theatrical support, as needed.
• Provide faculty assistance in running low-definition and high-definition simulations
• Maintain records as appropriate.
• Set up and breakdown lab activities based on program needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in science, computer science, or healthcare field;
• Experience in a lab setting with working with lab equipment, including maintaining, programming, troubleshooting, cleaning and repairing lab equipment;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and selected Mac applications;
• Experience with audio visual equipment and technology including production and editing;
• Exhibit strong diagnostic and problem solving skills;
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral;
• Ability to work independently as well as within various teams;
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.

Equivalency Statement

We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience in the healthcare field;
• Experience with patient simulation mannequins;
• CHE certification;
• Patient simulator repair certification.

Full-Time, MCCC Unit Position

MCCC Title: Special Programs Coordinator

Salary Range: Grade 4 - $65,370.00 - $77,717.00. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits package.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week.

Funding: State.

Additional Details

A skills assessment or demonstration may be required as part of the interview process.