Simulation Coordinator GME

HCA Healthcare; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance & education support

401(k) match and retirement resources

Job summary

Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a Simulation Coordinator GME to support planning, implementation, and evaluation of simulation activities across multiple GME programs onsite. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in simulation-based mastery learning, with preference for CHSOS/CHSE certification.

You will oversee operations, mentor faculty, ensure accreditation readiness, manage data collection and budgets, and collaborate with GME

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in simulation-based mastery learning.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as simulation operations specialist or tech.
• CHSOS or CHSE certification preferred (may obtain within 12 months).

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee simulation operations, evaluation and review processes.
• Mentor facilitators and staff on simulation pedagogy across programs.
• Collaborate with GME leadership and hospital administration to drive simulation activities.
• Prepare documentation for ACGME accreditation standards and milestones.
• Develop and manage budgets and reports for the simulation centers.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Staff mentoring

Communication

Presentation skills

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump‑start your career as a Simulation Coordinator GME today with Grand Strand Medical Center. The role is based onsite at the hospital.

The Simulation Coordinator is responsible for providing daily, hands‑on operational support and direction in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of simulation activities at one or more GME Simulation Centers/Labs. Primary responsibilities include simulation operations, equipment and technology readiness, troubleshooting, and support for multiple GME programs, including Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Surgery. The Simulation Coordinator ensures that faculty and staff follow established processes and support data‑driven decisions in the development and execution of simulation center educational objectives.

The Simulation Coordinator works collaboratively with HCA GME Leadership, including program directors, faculty and staff, as well as hospital administration, to drive simulation activities and operations. The Simulation Coordinator will employ a high degree of judgment and independence to effectively solve problems, troubleshoot simulation equipment and technology, build strong internal and external relationships, deliver well‑designed processes, and maintain a thorough, organized, and learner‑ready simulation lab.

The Simulation Coordinator provides operational oversight of graduate medical education simulation programs to ensure a positive learning environment that advances GME learning objectives. In partnership with program directors, faculty, and senior GME simulation leadership, the Simulation Coordinator supports simulation curriculum and assessment activities. The Simulation Coordinator oversees data collection to evaluate learning outcomes and support applicable ACGME simulation requirements. This position also coordinates simulation resources to ensure reliable delivery and fidelity of curricula and assessments while enhancing teamwork and collaborative practice.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO

• Maintain awareness of current practices in medical simulation training.
• Independently plan and implement special projects.
• Manage simulation operations, evaluation, and review process.
• Provide both group and individual mentoring of best practices in simulation pedagogy to faculty and staff across all programs.
• Work closely with senior leadership to prepare supporting documentation as required for ACGME accreditation standards.
• Ensure department alignment with organizational strategic goals and key results. Develop and implement policies, procedures and practice standards consistent with simulation center mission and educational objectives.
• Prepare summary and other reports as necessary and present reports to GME leadership.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with internal and external personnel, partners, stakeholders and constituents, including outside agencies and vendors.
• Contribute to the development and management of simulation center budgets and accounts including gathering, analyzing and synthesizing appropriate data and reports.
• Participate in appropriate national organizations to keep abreast of new concepts to provide optimal and continually updated technologies and service to meet the needs of the HCA GME.

Highly Preferred Experieince

• Knowledge of Graduate Medical Education simulation.
• Knowledge in SSH simulation accreditation and standards.
• Knowledge of ACGME accreditation standards and milestones.
• Clinical or healthcare experience in high‑acuity or emergency‑response environments, including experience as a paramedic, EMT, respiratory therapist, or nurse.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree. (Required)
• Minimum three years’ experience in simulation‑based mastery learning. (Required)
• Minimum three years’ experience as simulation operations specialist or tech. (Required)
• (May substitute a combination of clinical experience and healthcare education experience to meet this requirement.)

Preferred Qualifications/Education

• Society for Simulation in Healthcare Certification, (CHSOS or CHSE), preferred but may obtain within first 12 months of employment.

Language Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Excellent presentation skills

Skills

• Ability to think strategically, critically analyze and synthesize data and scientific information
• Ability to coordinate and facilitate the work of committees, councils, vendors, and other groups
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment on multiple projects
• Ability to plan and execute complex educational initiatives, including developing work plans, promotion plans, schedules, budgets.
• Strong working knowledge of the requirements and regulations of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education related to the planning and conducting of continuing medical education program.
• Proficient in the use of computers and software for word processing, database management, spreadsheet, presentation graphics, and desktop publishing programs.

Benefits

Grand Strand Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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