Simulation Technician

Merrimack College Federal Cu; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack College seeks a Simulation Technician to support nursing programs through technical operations and maintenance of simulation labs. This on-campus role involves ensuring a high-quality educational experience through equipment management and data collection, ideally suited for candidates with a background in technology or computer science.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in a simulation lab is preferred.
• Certified as a Healthcare Simulation Operation Specialist (CHSOS) or commitment to obtain certification within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Implements and operates simulation activities for the nursing programs.
• Responsible for maintenance and setup of simulation equipment.
• Collects and analyzes simulation data for educational purposes.

Skills

Knowledge of apple and google applications

Knowledge of computer hardware equipment

Knowledge of audio/video equipment

Ability to learn new hardware and software quickly

Self-motivated

Education

Associate Degree Required

Bachelor Degree preferred

Job description

Position Overview: The Department of Nursing, in the School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Merrimack College seeks to hire a Simulation Technician that will provide: 1) technical and operational support for laboratories and simulation activities for the nursing programs, data collection related to laboratory and simulation education, and 3) assist with obtaining simulation accreditation. The Nursing Center at Merrimack College is a 20,000 square foot space which includes a classroom, two dedicated debriefing rooms, and seven multi-purpose simulation laboratory spaces. Simulation laboratory spaces are equipped with state of the art, hospital grade medical equipment, high and low fidelity manikins, trainers, audio visual systems, and electronic hardware and software systems.

Position Qualifications:

Simulation Center Operations 90%

• Implements, operates, and participates in simulation activities to guarantee a high quality, safe, and consistent simulation experience in the Merrimack College Nursing Center Simulation labs.
• Responsible for the preparation, setup, and disassembly of the necessary equipment and supplies for each activity.
• Performs day-to-day maintenance and cleansing of equipment, simulators, trainers, and simulation rooms.
• Prepares, programs and operates simulation equipment, and audiovisual systems during simulation events, including maintaining simulators, task trainers, simulation rooms, and other equipment/props in functioning order through monitoring of appropriate use.
• Troubleshoot simulation software, hardware, and network connectivity issues when needed.
• Provides direct support for the inventory system by ensuring that the inventory is kept up to date with our current offerings and inventory on hand.
• Communicates with the Lab and Simulation Coordinator of Nursing, regarding low stock and verifying supply counts for equipment.
• Leads the daily restocking process for all ‘on hand’ supplies housed in each of the learning spaces.
• Provides support and backup in operating simulation equipment or the simulation capture system during the activity.
• Assists with coordinating regular maintenance and repair for all lab simulation equipment.
• Assists and collaborates with the Lab and Simulation Coordinator to help provide learner and faculty orientation to the simulation lab environment, manikins, equipment, supplies, monitors, among others.
• Participates in nursing simulation lab training to remain competent in operating the nursing simulation lab equipment and standards of best practice in simulation education delivery.
• Provide campus tours and community outreach events as requested.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Technology Support 10% (Data Collection, monitoring, and trending)

• Collects and maintains clinical and educational simulation data for analysis and research.

Reports to:

The Academic Dean of Nursing

Required, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of apple and google applications, and internet database applications
• Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to simulator functions
• Knowledge of audio/video equipment and software for recording, duplication, mixing, and editing
• Ability to learn new hardware and software quickly and independently
• Self motivated and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Minimum Qualifications:

A background in computer science, technology, , or other related field, and one year of related

work experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Associate Degree Required, Bachelor Degree preferred
• Previous experience in a simulation lab is preferred.
• Knowledge of Medical equipment is a plus
• Certified as a Healthcare Simulation Operation Specialist (CHSOS) from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, OR commitment to obtain certification within 24 months of employment
• Must be able to independently move equipment (less than 25 lbs.) and move manikins (less than 50 lbs.) with the assistance of others

Application Materials Should Include:

• A letter of application that clearly indicates the applicant’s specialization area.
• Teaching Statement.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Application Materials Should Include:

• Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission and our values.
• Resume

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Work Location This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

Statement on Our Mission

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.

Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Augustinian mission and values and advance our work. All candidates should describe in their application how they will engage in fostering a culture that supports our Augustinian mission, our Catholic faith and our values of acceptance and belonging.

About Merrimack College

The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and 1,700 graduate students from 43 states and 42 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has five schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy and the Girard school of business. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 37th in the Regional Universities North category in 2025. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.

Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Rev. David Cregan, O.S.A., Ph.D., of Villanova University, gave the annual address on Feb. 26 in Merrimack College’s Collegiate Church of Christ the Teacher.

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