Senior Simulation Technician

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston seeks a Technician to support the Clinical Simulation Center's teaching and assessment events. You will operate simulators, manage equipment, and assist with simulation needs for faculty, staff, and students.

The role involves AV operation, software use, equipment maintenance, and documentation of training activities, with physical tasks including moving equipment up to 100 pounds and maintaining a sterile environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in technology or health field required; two years may substitute for degree.
• Four years of relevant experience preferred or required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program, test, and run simulation scenarios with instructors and facilitators.
• Prepare and set up facilities and equipment for teaching sessions (up to 100 lb).
• Operate AV gear and monitor simulation-related equipment.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and inventory updates.
• Train faculty and staff in simulation technologies and operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree in technology or health related field

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

AV equipment operation

Simulation software

Job description

Summary

Reporting directly to the Simulation Center Technology Manager and working closely with the Lab Coordinators, the role of the Technician is to assist and participate with the coordination, planning, development, and implementation of all Clinical Simulation Center teaching and assessment events. The Technician facilitates high-fidelity human patient simulated learning, manages lab equipment, media, computers, and materials related to simulation events; operates and troubleshoots simulation software. The Technician will represent the Center by supporting faculty, staff, and students with simulation needs (Standardized Patients (SP), simulation equipment, and medical supplies) and assist with the daily operation of the center and communicate needs and issues to Leadership.

Job Duties

• Serves as simulator operator by programming, testing, and running scenarios with instructors and facilitators.
• Assures facility and equipment are clean, organized, and set-up for teaching sessions. This involves sterilizing instruments, moving equipment, including simulators, and other materials than can weigh up to 100 pounds.
• Operates AV equipment, LCD projectors, monitors anesthesia machines and other equipment related to simulation education.
• Conducts routine equipment maintenance and inventory updates.
• Identifies and communicates the need for supplies and replacement equipment to management.
• Interfaces with vendors regarding troubleshooting and system problems.
• Trains faculty, facilitators, and other staff in the different simulation technologies and the operational aspects of simulation as well as the operation of AV equipment and technologies.
• Establishes and maintains vital records and statistics as they pertain to simulation, including a detailed record of all education and training conducted by the Clinical Simulation Center, hierarchal storage of all digitally recorded simulations, and record of repair and maintenance of simulators.
• Supports collaborative research and certification projects for the Clinical Simulation Center as requested, including assisting faculty with abstracts, educational presentations, poster printing, conference workshops, and manuscripts for publication.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in technology or health related field. Two years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• Four years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Work Authorization Requirement

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.