Simulation Operations Specialist (varying levels)

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Simulation Operations Specialist to enhance the education of future healthcare professionals. This role involves operating advanced simulation technologies, coordinating educational sessions, and collaborating with faculty to develop impactful learning experiences. The ideal candidate will be proactive in maintaining equipment and ensuring the smooth execution of simulation activities. This full-time position offers the chance to contribute to high-quality experiential learning in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about healthcare education and technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining simulation technologies.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and run simulation scenarios alongside faculty instructors.
• Assist in educational activities and maintain simulation equipment.

Skills

Simulation Technology Proficiency

Technical Training

Data Gathering

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Healthcare or Science

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare or Science

Master's Degree in Healthcare Simulation

Tools

Simulation Software

Desktop Computers

Job description

The Simulation Collaborative at the University of Virginia School seeks a Simulation Operations Specialist or Simulation Operations Specialist Intermediate to support the education of medical students, nursing students, and other members of the healthcare team in the Simulation Collaborative. They assist in educational activities by offering pre- and post-simulation and surgical training support, coordinating technical and administrative tasks, maintaining documentation and resources, conducting simulation sessions, and collaborating with faculty and staff on skills and scenario development. This position will support the daily operations of the Simulation Collaborative, and other healthcare education activities, facilitating high-quality experiential learning activities for our learners.

This is a full-time EXEMPT position with hours that will vary based on the scheduled educational needs of our learners. You can expect an average of 40 hours per week with the possibility of working early mornings, evenings, and weekends as the schedule dictates.

JOB DUTIES

Simulation Operations Specialists:

• Operate simulations by programming, testing, and running scenarios alongside faculty instructors to ensure the Simulation Center and its equipment are prepared for learning sessions.
• Gain proficiency operating a range of simulator technologies, encompassing anatomic models and task trainers, screen-based simulators, full-body patient simulators, and virtual reality surgical simulators.
• Provide operational assistance in the Simulation Collaborative.
• Acquire proficiency in all facets of equipment operation, maintenance, support, troubleshooting, repair, and replacement.
• Communicate and provide feedback to the Director/Assistant Director of Simulation Operations, regarding technology, equipment, operational, and other identified needs essential for the overall maintenance and functionality of supported programs.
• Gather data to support operational, research, and commercial initiatives as needed.
• Engage in technical training as required and attend conferences to stay updated on advancements in simulation technology.
• Lead facility tours and engage in events to showcase our programs.
• Perform a trained or scripted role in simulation encounters as needed.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Simulation Operations Specialists Intermediate:

• In addition to the duties listed above,
• Execute simulation sessions without supervision and collaborate with faculty and staff on scenario development.
• Maintain and update simulation hardware and software.
• Care for equipment post-simulation, ensuring readiness for use in the next simulation.
• Maintain inventory for high-fidelity simulation rooms.
• Create learning materials and scenario documentation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Specialist:

• Associate's degree or experiential or functional equivalent in a healthcare or science-related field.

Specialist Intermediate:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or experiential/functional equivalent in a healthcare or science related field. Master's degree in healthcare simulation, a related healthcare or related educational field may substitute for some experience.
• Experience: Two years of healthcare simulation experience.
• Licensure: None required. A CHSOS, CHSE or CHSE-A certification may substitute for some experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
• Must have the ability to move 50 pounds and remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.

Anticipated Hiring Range for the Simulation Operations Specialist - $50,000 - $60,000. Anticipated Hiring Range for the Simulation Operations Specialist Intermediate - $60,000 - $70,000. Actual starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

TO APPLY

Please apply through Careers at UVA, and search for R0071425. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs'. Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV or Resume
• Cover letter

Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey during the final phase of the interview process. For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Recruiting Specialist at [e-mail].

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.