Simulation Technician, Behling Human Simulation Center and Margaret L. Wendt Clinical Competency

University at Buffalo; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, seeks a Simulation Technician to set up and run sessions using high-fidelity simulators and audiovisual systems. You will program simulators, troubleshoot in real time, and maintain equipment to support medical education.

You will train faculty to operate simulators and AV gear, and assist with computing and networked devices across the centers. A degree in a medical/tech field or EMT certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a medical or technological field or an equivalent education/experience; EMT/paramedic cert accepted in place of degree.
• Proficiency with computer hardware and Windows software.
• Familiarity with networked computers and audiovisual equipment.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, human anatomy, and physiology.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run simulation sessions for medical students, residents, and faculty using high-fidelity simulators, task trainers, and audiovisual systems.
• Program simulators with faculty to match each scenario's learning goals.
• Troubleshoot simulator, computer, network, and audiovisual problems in real time during live sessions.
• Maintain and repair simulators and specialized medical equipment, and build educational aids such as task trainer pads.
• Keep simulation rooms clean, organized, and stocked with consumable supplies.
• Teach faculty and facilitators to operate simulators and audiovisual systems.
• Work with the Office of Medical Computing to support the centers' computers and networked devices.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy/physiology

Windows hardware proficiency

Networked computers

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical or technological field

EMT/paramedic certification accepted in place of degree

Tools

Laerdal LLEAP

Elevate HealthcareLearningSpace

Job description

Simulation Technician, Behling Human Simulation Center and Margaret L. Wendt Clinical Competency Center

Position Information

Position Title: Simulation Technician, Behling HumanSimulation Center and Margaret L. Wendt Clinical CompetencyCenter

Department: Behling Simulation Center / Clinical CompetencyCenter

Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9926297"">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/65534

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity to work as a SimulationTechnician in the Behling Human Simulation Center and theMargaret L. Wendt Clinical Competency Center is available at theJacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. In this role youwill:

• Set up and run simulation sessions for medical students,residents, and faculty, using high-fidelity simulators, tasktrainers, and audiovisual systems.
• Program simulators with faculty to match each scenario'slearning goals.
• Troubleshoot simulator, computer, network, and audiovisualproblems in real time during live sessions.
• Maintain and repair simulators and specialized medicalequipment, and build educational aids such as task trainerpads.
• Keep simulation rooms clean, organized, and stocked withconsumable supplies.
• Teach faculty and facilitators to operate simulators andaudiovisual systems.
• Work with the Office of Medical Computing to support thecenters' computers and networked devices.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-beingand success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer (EOE)and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with adisability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a medical or technological field, or anequivalent combination of education and experience; EMT, paramedic,or an equivalent clinical certification is accepted in place of thedegree.
• Proficiency with computer hardware and Windows software.
• Familiarity with networked computers and audiovisualequipment.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, human anatomy, andphysiology.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systemsand their troubleshooting and repair.
• Proficiency with Laerdal LLEAP and Elevate HealthcareLearningSpace.
• Two or more years of hands-on IT or audiovisual supportexperience.
• Customer service experience.

Physical Demands

Ability to frequently move up to 50 lbs. Simulators and equipmentweighing in excess of 100 lbs. are moved on wheeled beds and cartsand are transferred using two-person team lifts.

Salary Range

$55,000 - $65,000

Is a background check required for this posting?

No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Brendan Tom

Contact's Pronouns:

Contact's Title: Director of Human Resources

Contact's Email: [e-mail]

Contact's Phone: [phone]

Posting Dates

Posted: 10/28/2026

Deadline for Applicants:

Date to be filled:

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