Simulation Lab Technician

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

NOVA is seeking a Simulation Lab Technician to provide technical support for simulation operations, integrate and maintain computer and A/V systems, and support immersive patient simulation learning activities.

Under supervision, you will program and run scenarios, assist with equipment maintenance, and coordinate with faculty to meet course needs while working on site in Fairfax County.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn new software and hardware quickly and independently.
• Ability to assess, troubleshoot, and fix equipment failures in a timely fashion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as simulator operator by programming, testing and running scenarios with faculty instructors.
• Participate in event and scenario planning meetings to provide technical expertise on capabilities and limitations.
• Understand the use and operation of different simulator technologies ranging from anatomical models to full body patient simulators.

Skills

Learning software/hardware

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Evenings/weekends availability

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title Simulation Lab Technician

Role Title

Role Title Trainer Instructor I

Role Code

Role Code 29111-FP

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Position Number

Position Number 280W0823

Agency

Agency Northern VA Community College

Division

Division NV280-Provost Medical Educ Ctr

Work Location

Work Location Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $30/hr

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Part Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Hours and schedule will be based on the college needs.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

General Description:
Under the direction and supervision of the Dean of Nursing and Simulation Center Manager, the individual will provide technical support for all simulation operations. Technician is primarily responsible for integrating, maintaining and operating the computer and audio/video (A/V) technology including the mannequin and surrounding simulation lab equipment. This position supports Inter-Professional Education (IPE), immersive simulation experiences, and other scheduled patient simulation learning activities.
Duties and Tasks:

• Serve as simulator operator by programming, testing and running scenarios with faculty instructors, ensuring that the facility and equipment are set up for teaching sessions.
• Participate in event and scenario planning meetings to provide technical expertise on capabilities and limitations of equipment and facilities to meet course needs.
• Understand the use and operation of different simulator technologies ranging from anatomic models and task trainers to screen-based simulations to full body patient simulators and virtual reality surgical simulators.
• Responsible for maintenance and repair of computerized mannequins (software and hardware).
• Integration of an Electronic Health Record (EHR) and electronic documentation of patient care into the simulated experiences (as opposed to paper documentation)
• Provide communication and feedback to the Manager on facility, technology, equipment operational and other needs identified for overall maintenance and program functioning.
• Assist with other special projects or initiatives as needed.
• Collect data to support research and commercial projects as appropriate.
• Communicate in a positive, professional manner with faculty instructors, students, and clients of the Simulation Center.
• Engage in available opportunities to share information and best practices externally (e.g., as presenter or panelist at industry conferences and events), develop and maintain relationships with simulation specialists to engage in collaborative problem solving and innovation.
• Identify and participate in coordination of facility and operational improvement.
• Actively participate in strategic action plan and program improvement initiatives.
• Assist with or lead other special projects or initiatives as needed.
• Utilizing and maintaining medical equipment such as IV pumps, ventilators, standard defibrillators, and automated external defibrillators (AEDs.)
• Preparing and applying moulage – simulated injuries, wounds, bruising – to standardized patients and simulators

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSAs:

• Ability to learn new software and hardware quickly and independently.
• Ability to assess, troubleshoot, and fix equipment failures in a timely fashion.
• Ability to work with internal and external individuals from different disciplines and different levels of training.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and ability to work effectively in team environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability in dynamic environment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge in medical lab procedures.
• Knowledge of the features and capabilities of basic multimedia equipment, including recording equipment and operating video and camcorders.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems.
• Ability to assess, troubleshoot and fix equipment failures in a timely fashion.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be able to independently move equipment (less than 25 lbs.) and move manikins (less than 50 lbs.) with the assistance of others.
• Ability to work evenings/weekends on as needed basis.
• Experience in MS software applications including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in a medical or clinical simulation lab setting.
• Experience in lab equipment maintenance.

• Experience with basic inventory and material storage.
• Experience with record keeping procedures
• Experience providing technical support to stakeholders.

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

N/A

Posting Number

Posting Number WGE_3476P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/25/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 10/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

Agency Website

Agency Website www.nvcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College ( NOVA ) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA , we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA . To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College .

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu .

Employees must reside in Virginia, Maryland or District of Columbia.

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * I understand that this is a part-time position. In consideration thereof, I wish to proceed with the completion of my application.
  • No response.
  • Yes.
  • No.
• * I understand that only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications and only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my application and resume will be credited.
  • Yes
  • No
• * I understand that this position is not telework eligible and I will be required to attend work in-person.
  • Yes
  • No
• * I understand this position is located in Virginia and I will be required to reside in the DMV metro area.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you applying for this position to satisfy an OPT training requirement for your educational program?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in MS software applications including MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in a medical or clinical simulation lab setting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in lab equipment maintenance?
  • Yes
  • No