Simulation Coordinator

Texas A&M University System; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center is seeking a Simulation Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and facilitate daily learning and testing at the Simulation & Immersive Learning Center. You will serve as the primary contact for events, overseeing Simulated Participants and ensuring high-fidelity experiential learning for clinical students.

The role supports program coordinators and technology staff to ensure equipment readiness and adherence to best practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 1 year of related experience in simulation, healthcare, event management or customer service.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to obtain CHSOS or CHSE within 3 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and executes simulation events, including scheduling, room setup, and equipment preparation.
• Directs Simulated Participants during events and ensures alignment with objectives.
• Maintains training materials and event documentation; supports QA and customer service activities.

Skills

Multitask

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Stress resilience

Education

Associate degree + 1 year experience

Tools

Human patient simulators

Audio/visual systems

Job description

Job Title

Simulation Coordinator

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Simulation & Immersive Learning Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Simulation Coordinator coordinates, plans, and facilitates day-to-day learning and testing events at the Simulation & Immersive Learning Center. Serves as the primary point of contact for assigned events, overseeing the coordination and direction of Simulated Participants, setting up learning and training environments, and ensuring seamless execution of simulation activities. Supports the operational and educational goals of their assigned Sim Center location, ensuring high-fidelity experiential learning opportunities for clinical students. Collaborates with Program Coordinators for Simulated Participant scheduling and training and with Technology Coordinators to ensure equipment readiness, aligning with the center’s mission to deliver effective healthcare simulation standards of best practice.

What you need to know

Salary: $4,583.34 monthly

Travel: May require 20% or more travel and occasional work beyond normal hours.

Responsibilities:

Event Coordination and Facilitation

• Plans, coordinates, and executes simulation events, including scheduling, room setup, and equipment preparation.
• Directs Simulated Participants during events, ensuring alignment with event objectives and scenarios.
• Serves as the primary custodian for assigned events, managing logistics from planning to debriefing.
• Supports on-campus and TeleSim events, ensuring participant safety and adherence to best practices.

Collaboration and Communication

• Acts as the point of contact for faculty, staff, and stakeholders during events.
• Collaborates with Program Coordinators to schedule and brief Simulated Participants.
• Collaborates with Technology Coordinators to verify equipment functionality and resolve issues during events.
• Assists in maintaining training materials and event documentation.

Operational Support

• Maintains assigned physical spaces and supplies, ensuring readiness for events.
• Supports daily Sim Center operations, including setup and teardown simulation environments.
• Participates in quality assurance and customer support activities.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned, such as supporting other Sim Center sites or contributing to accreditation.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• Associate degree and 1 year of related experience in simulation, healthcare, event management or customer service. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Ability to obtain Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) within 3 years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health, project management, or communications.
• Experience with human patient simulators or audio/visual systems.
• Three years of experience in simulation, healthcare, event management or customer service.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a high-stress environment.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events,state-of-the-artrecreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but witha reasonablecost-of-living and no long commutes.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.