Simulation Coordinator

Texas A&M University System; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center seeks a Simulation Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and facilitate day-to-day learning and testing at the Simulation & Immersive Learning Center. This role serves as the primary contact for events, directing Simulated Participants and ensuring safe, high-fidelity learning environments.

Key duties include coordinating schedules, equipment readiness, and training for staff, with travel up to 20% and the possibility of after-hours work.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 year of related experience in simulation, healthcare, event management or customer service.
• Ability to obtain CHSOS or CHSE within 3 years of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in health, project management, or communications.
• Experience with human patient simulators or audio/visual systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Acts 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.

Skills

Multitask

Verbal/written communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Work in high-stress environments

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in health, project management, or communications (preferred)

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

Round Rock, 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 Site Managers 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

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.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

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

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.

• 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.