Simulation Technical Specialist

Aurizon Holdings Limited; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan contribution

10% retirement match

Flexible work arrangements

Tuition assistance

Professional development funding

Wellness facilities

Job summary

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences in West Des Moines seeks a Simulation Technical Specialist to design, operate, and advance immersive educational experiences in a state-of-the-art Simulation Mega Center.

This hands-on role combines technical expertise, creativity, and leadership as you manage sophisticated simulation equipment, support training programs, and help drive excellence in healthcare education.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certification in computer technology; Bachelor’s preferred.
• One year experience; five years preferred in healthcare/medical simulation.
• Experience with audiovisual or IT or simulation tech is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is highly desirable; anatomy/physiology/biochemistry preferred.
• Professional certifications/licenses such as A+, CHSE, CHSOS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical operations of a Simulation Center, overseeing patient simulators, audiovisual systems, MR tech, software, and networked learning environments.
• Provide expert technical support and training for faculty, staff, and learners; troubleshoot complex systems.
• Manage simulation technology assets and lifecycle: procurement, maintenance, warranties, upgrades, vendor relations, repairs.
• Collaborate with educators to design, implement, and evaluate innovative simulation experiences using data and emerging tech.
• Drive continuous improvement through system integration, documentation, processes, mentoring, budgeting, and exploring new technologies.

Skills

A+ certification

CHSE

CHSOS

Healthcare IT experience

Education

A+ certification

CHSE

CHSOS

Tools

Audiovisual systems

Networking

Job description

Apply now Job no: 493042
Work type: FT
Location: West Des Moines
Categories: Staff

Join an innovative, tech-forward, and accredited healthcare education environment where cutting-edge simulation technology transforms the future of learning. As a Simulation Technical Specialist within our state-of-the-art Simulation Mega Center, you will play a critical role in designing, operating, and advancing immersive educational experiences for learners and faculty. This hands-on position combines technical expertise, creativity, and leadership as you manage sophisticated simulation equipment, support high-impact training programs, and help drive excellence in one of the region's premier simulation environments. If you are passionate about technology, committed to innovation, and excited to make a meaningful impact on healthcare education, we invite you to join our team.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the technical operations of a state-of-the-art Simulation Center, overseeing patient simulators, audiovisual systems, mixed reality technologies, software applications, and networked learning environments.
• Provide expert technical support and training for faculty, staff, and learners, troubleshooting complex simulation systems and optimizing technology to enhance educational outcomes.
• Manage simulation technology assets and lifecycle activities, including equipment acquisition, inventory, preventive maintenance, warranties, upgrades, vendor relationships, and repair coordination.
• Collaborate with educators and stakeholders to design, implement, and evaluate innovative simulation experiences, leveraging data, emerging technologies, and industry best practices to advance learning.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence through system integration, technical documentation, process development, staff mentoring, budget support, and research of new simulation technologies and solutions.

What we are looking for:

• Associates degree or technical certification in computer technology (e.g. hardware, networking, helpdesk, etc.) required. Bachelor’s preferred.
• One year of experience required. Five years of work-related experience preferred (ie. computer-technology experience preferably in a healthcare setting, medical simulation experience, equivalent military training, and/or biomedical experience)
• Experience with audiovisual and/or information technology and/or simulation technology required
• Demonstrated knowledge and/or understanding of basic medical terms, procedures, or other health related field highly desirable; i.e., medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and/or biochemistry preferred.
• Professional certifications and/or licenses including but not limited to A+, CHSE, CHSOS are preferred.

Total Rewards:

DMU offers competitive salaries. For this position, starting salary anticipated to be in the mid $60,000 range, with the final offer determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution toward the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits.

DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges — the College of Osteopathic Medicine, the College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and the College of Health Sciences. DMU offers graduate-level professional degree programs in anatomy, biomedical sciences, health care administration, medical science, occupational therapy, osteopathic medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, podiatric medicine and public health.

Located in West Des Moines, part of Iowa’s capital metro, DMU provides a collaborative, student-centered academic environment. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks in board exam performance, certification pass rates and medical residency match outcomes. Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. Our 88-acre campus in West Des Moines brings the entire academic community together in one collaborative, future-focused environment, while the Des Moines University Clinic serves patients within the DMU32 Health and Business Complex in downtown Des Moines. Our state-of-the-art campus features technology-rich, flexible learning environments that support innovative teaching and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Modern research facilities include a vibrant open-concept laboratory that fosters collaboration, accelerates discovery and empowers faculty and students to advance the health sciences.

DMU enhances our community’s quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders, providing expert and compassionate patient care, serving the community in diverse ways and contributing to the vitality of central Iowa.

At DMU, you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of medicine and health sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission.

Department: Simulation Center

Status: Exempt

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information and other characteristics protected by law ("protected class"). For more information view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster. Members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

The university is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an email to [e-mail] or call 515-271-1484 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.