Simulation and Technology Specialist

Notre Dame of Maryland University; Maryland; On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Notre Dame of Maryland University seeks a Simulation and Technology Specialist to manage daily operations, maintenance, and technical support for nursing simulation technologies and learning laboratories in Baltimore, MD. You will program simulators, manage AV and debriefing systems, monitor equipment, and coordinate with vendors and IT to ensure reliable teaching environments.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and experience in healthcare simulation, with strong troubleshooting,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.
• Experience in healthcare simulation, laboratory operations, educational technology, healthcare equipment, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills; strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate and program simulators; maintain equipment and nursing simulation resources.
• Provide technical support for simulation environments, including AV, debriefing tech, and networking.
• Coordinate with faculty and staff to ensure reliable, safe, and high-quality educational experiences.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LLEAP

SimCapture

Job description

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Simulation and Technology Specialist

Nursing Full Time Baltimore, MD, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1493

Salary Range: $62,430.16 To $62,430.16 Annually

Position Summary

The SimulationOperations Specialist manages daily operations, preparation, maintenance, and technical support for simulation technologies, learning environments, and nursing skills laboratories within the School of Nursing1s Center for Caring with Technology.

The Specialist serves as the primary operational and technical resource for healthcare simulation, supportingfaculty, staff, and students in simulation based teaching, learning, and assessmentactivities. Responsibilities include operating and programming simulators; managing audiovisual and debriefing technologies; maintaining equipment; managing inventory; supporting procurement; coordinating with vendors; and supporting simulation technology infrastructure.

The Specialist provides technical support for specialized simulation equipment and systems not routinely supported by University Information Technology and collaborates with University IT when responsibilities overlap. Working closely with faculty and staff, the Specialist helps e11sure that simulation environments are reliable, safe, and prepared to support high quality educational experiences.

SimulationOperations

• Prepare, operate, program, and troubleshoot low, medium, and high fidelity simulators and task trainers.
• Coordinate simulation room setup, scenario preparation, moulage, equipment staging, and post" simulation reset.
• Conduct pre-simulation equipment checks and technical testing to verify simulator functionality,

scenario programming, and audiovisual readiness.

• Provide operational support during simulation activities and educational events.
• Support simulation-based evaluations, competency validation, and skills assessments.
• Maintain simulator readiness and operational reliability.
• Administer and maintain the SimCapture simulation management system and its associated hardware, audiovisual, recording, and control technologies.
• SimulationTechnology
• Administer and support simulation software platforms including LLEAP, SimCapture, and related systems.
• Manage audiovisual, recording, observation, and debriefing technologies.
• Troubleshoot simulation hardware, software, networking, and connectivity issues.
• Support simulator networking infrastructure including dedicated simulation networks and wireless connectivity.
• Coordinate firmware, software, and simulator updates.
• Collaborate with University Information Technology to address network connectivity, cybersecurity, system compatibility, and other technical issues affecting specialized simulation equipment.
• Centerfor Caringwith TechnologyOperations
• Maintain nursing simulation equipment and other educational resources.
• Monitor inventory and supply levels.
• Track equipment maintenance, repairs, and replacement planning.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and coordinate preventive maintenance to promote safe and reliable operation.
• Maintain organized and functional simulation and nursing skills laboratory environments.
• Identify equipment and supply needs to support instructional activities and long-term replacement planning.

Procurementand VendorManagement

• Obtain equipmentquotesandproductinformation.
• Coordinatepurchasing,warranty support, repairs, and service agreements.
• Serve as primary point of contact with simulationvendorsand manufacturers.
• Support implementation of grant-funded equipment and technology purchases.

Facultyand Educational Support

• Trainandsupport faculty and staff in the use of simulation technologies.
• Provideconsultationregardingsimulationcapabilities and technical requirements.
• Collaboratewithfaculty toidentifytechnicalcapabilities andoperational requirements thatsupp01t simulation-basedteaching,learning,and assessment.
• Contribute technicalexpertise,operational data, and documentation to the developmentof

grantproposals, accreditation activities, programassessment, andcontinuous qualityimprovementinitiatives.

• Provide recommendations regarding equipment replacement, technology upgrades, and anticipated maintenance and procurement needs.
• Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain inventories, maintenance records, and operational documentation.
• Track software licenses, warranties, and service agreements.
• Assist with grant reporting, accreditation documentation, and program assessment activities.

  Qualifications

  • MinimumQualifications
    Bachelor's degree required; an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.
    Experience in healthcare simulation, laboratory operations, educational technology, healthcare equipment, or a related technical field.
    Demonstrated technical troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills,
    Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    Experience with healthcare simulation technologies, including LLEAP, SimCaprure, or comparable systems.
    Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) certification or willingness to obtain certification.
    Familiarity with simulation pedagogy, clinical education, and simulation-based assessment.
    Experience with equipment procurement, vendor coordination, and grant-funded technology initiatives.
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    Knowledge of healthcare simulation operations, technologies, and best practices.
    Proficiency in simulator programming, audiovisual systems, and technical troubleshooting.
    Ability to independently manage simulation operatioi1S, equipment rnah1tenance, inventory, and technology resources.
    Strong organizational, problem-solving and project coordination skills.
    Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and vendors and communicate technical infotmation clearly.
    Understanding of simulation standards, learner confidentiality, and safe learning environments.
    Ability to manage competing priorities and support continuous quality improvement

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in simulation and nursing skills laboratories and office environments. The position requires standing, walking, bending, and moving or positioning simulation equipment, manikins, and supplies, with assistance as needed. Regular interaction with faculty, staff, and students

• Working Conditions

  Work is performed primarily in simulation and nursing skills laboratories and office environments. The position requires standing, walking, bending, and moving or positioning simulation equipment, manikins, and supplies, with assistance as needed. Regular interaction with faculty, staff, and students