Simulation Coordinator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center is seeking a Simulation Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and oversee day-to-day learning and testing events at the Simulation & Immersive Learning Center. You will lead Simulated Participant scheduling, ensure equipment readiness, and collaborate with faculty and tech teams to deliver high-fidelity learning experiences.

The role requires an associate degree with 1 year of related simulation or service experience; CHSOS/CHSE certification within 3

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.
• CHSOS/CHSE certification within 3 years of hire would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and facilitate day-to-day simulation events and testing.
• Direct Simulated Participants during events and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Manage logistics from planning to debriefing for assigned events.
• Support on-campus and TeleSim events and participant safety.
• Act as primary contact for faculty, staff, and stakeholders during events.
• Collaborate with Program Coordinators to schedule and brief Simulated Participants.
• Collaborate with Technology Coordinators to verify equipment functionality.
• Maintain training materials and event documentation.
• Ensure readiness of spaces and supplies for events.
• Support daily Sim Center operations, including setup and teardown.
• Participate in QA and customer support activities.
• Assist in accreditation-related tasks and site support.

Skills

Multitask

Communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Work under high stress

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

CHSOS

CHSE

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Human patient simulators

AV systems

Job description

Job Title: Simulation Coordinator

Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Simulation & Immersive Learning Center Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationBryan, Texas Job TypeStaff

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.
• 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.
• 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 and Benefits

• 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 leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistancefor 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

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.