Simulation Operations Specialist-Full Time-Days

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health in Fayetteville, NC, is seeking a skilled Simulation Lab Technical Specialist to provide technical and mechanical support for the hospital simulation center. You will program simulator software, operate and troubleshoot simulators and AV systems, and maintain lab equipment to support teaching and research.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 8 years of combined experience, plus strong communication and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 8 years related experience required.
• Strong knowledge of simulation center equipment and operation manuals.
• Experience with networking, computer hardware or software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Program simulator software to model physiological responses.
• Operate patient simulators and cameras during simulations.
• Maintain audio-visual and debriefing systems.
• Set up and take down simulation laboratory equipment.
• Maintain and repair mannequins, computers, monitors and medical devices.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and contact vendors.
• Provide technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals.
• Ensure learner confidentiality and assist with data collection for research.

Skills

Technical support

Networking

MS Office

AV equipment

Mechanical skills

Communication skills

PC/Mac literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Respiratory Therapy or related field

8 years combined education, training and/or experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Audio-visual equipment

PC and Mac platforms

Job description

Summary

Provides technical and mechanical support for the hospital simulation center.

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Simulation Lab

Job Family

Professional

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Major job functions

• Programs simulator software to model simulator's physiological response to instructor specifications
• Operates patient simulators and cameras for the duration of simulations
• Operates and maintains audio-visual and debriefing systems
• Set up and take down simulation laboratory equipment
• Maintain and repair all simulation equipment including mannequins, computers, monitors and a variety of medical equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and contacts vendors as needed
• Provides technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals
• Provides theatrical production (costuming and moulage) for simulation scenarios as requested
• Collects data for ongoing research or grant requirements
• Set up and maintain surgical/procedural simulators
• Maintains simulation activities and learner confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Respiratory Therapy or related field required OR 8 years combined education, training and/or experience required

Work Experience

• 2 years related experience required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Ability to maintain current knowledge of simulation/lab equipment catalogs and operation manuals
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) to interact with and work effectively
• Experience with technical support in networking, computer hardware or software
• Skills in operating a PC and Mac with experience in MS Office and the ability to learn additional software programs, including audiovisual and computerized simulation equipment
• Knowledge of operation of standard audio-visual equipment: projectors, microphones, portable screens, media players, etc.
• Mechanical skills to competently maintain and use equipment in the simulation center
• Organizational and time management skills to keep materials in order, track various projects, maintain files, and follow through assignments to completion
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Ability to express technical information clearly and simply to non-technical persons

Physical Requirements

• Availability to work evening/weekends
• Ability to work in a stationary position
• Ability to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds to and from overhead locations
• Ability to operate, prepare, inspect and repair equipment

Required Licenses And Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity