Simulation Technician II

Des Moines University College of Health Sciences (CHS); West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Professional development funding

Wellness facilities access

Health insurance + retirement match

Job summary

Des Moines University College of Health Sciences (CHS) in West Des Moines, IA, seeks a Simulation Technician II to provide technical, operational, and logistical support for simulation-based education activities. You will prepare environments, maintain equipment, operate simulation tech, and assist learners and instructors during events.

Responsibilities include setting up simulators, delivering high-fidelity scenarios, coordinating with faculty, ensuring safety, and supporting Basic Life

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a healthcare-related field is required; a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• One year of related clinical care experience and/or certification (CNA/EMT) or equivalent hospital tech experience.
• Strong communication, organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with PC and Mac, Microsoft Office, audiovisual tech, and ability to learn simulation software.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs to set up equipment.
• Commitment to DMU's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Assist with program and education support, operate simulators, and support BLS instruction.
• Communicate pre-briefing and orientation to learners, maintaining confidentiality.
• Provide general IT/AV support and troubleshoot equipment.
• Keep prep/storage areas clean, safe, and compliant with health regulations; coordinate simulation activities.
• Set up and operate simulators, troubleshoot, repair, and store equipment.
• Provide training to faculty and staff; liaise with manufacturers on maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

PC/Mac proficiency

Education

Associate degree in healthcare-related field

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audio-visual technology

Simulation software

Job description

Simulation Technician II

Job no: 493039
Work type: FT
Location: West Des Moines
Categories: Staff

At Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of medicine and health sciences. DMU is seeking a Simulation Technician II to provide technical, operational, and logistical support for simulation-based education activities. Responsibilities include preparing simulation environments, maintaining equipment and supplies, operating simulation technology, supporting learners and instructors during events, and assisting with Basic Life Support instruction and simulation facilitation.

What you’ll do:

30% Education:

• Assist with implementation of programs/events and education support as directed which may include operation of simulator(s); check-in/registration, direct flow of participants/learners; Function as the standardized patient, family member, or other scenario participant as directed; support Basic Life Support instruction.
• Effectively communicating pre-briefing and/or orientation to learning environment for learners, faculty, and other staff while ensuring learner confidentiality.

5% Information Technology:

• Provide general technical support, troubleshooting, and effective operating of the AV system and IT equipment.

20% Management & Operations:

• Ensure preparation and storage areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and orderly manner and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with the planning, coordinating, and executing all simulation activities and services in alignment with the organization mission and strategic plan.
• Supply inventory and stocking; Ensure clean, safe, and optimal teaching and learning environment including set-up and clean-up of examination rooms, waiting rooms, simulation, rooms, and classrooms.

25% Simulation:

• Deliver high-fidelity simulation encounters as the voice of the patient, ensuring encounters follow the approved scripted format, including operation of all aspects of the simulation lab.
• Set up, program, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and store simulators, task trainers, and other simulation equipment and technologies.
• Provide technical assistance, support, and training to faculty, instructors, and staff, and communicate with manufacturers regarding maintenance, repairs, updates, and technology changes as directed.

15% Theatrics & Staging:

• Provide comprehensive setup, implementation support, scheduling and/or coordinating for all simulation activities to create an immersive environment.
• Research, create, apply, and remove moulage/special effects appropriate to the scenario to increase realism.
• Participates in staff development and perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Associate degree in healthcare-related field required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• One year of related clinical care experience and/or certification as a Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or minimum of one year experience as a technician in a hospital setting (e.g., OR Tech, ED Tech, Vet Tech).
• Strong communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with PC and Mac platforms, Microsoft Office, audiovisual technology, with the ability to learn and operate simulation software and equipment.
• Physical ability to lift, move, maintain, and set up computer, audio-visual and simulation lab equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Commitment to and alignment with DMU’s mission and values.

Total Rewards:

Pay Rate:$28.42 per hour to start, increasing to $29.48 per hour after 6 months.

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: Non-Exempt

Position Description

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.

Annual Security Report

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Des Moines University publishes an annual security report and makes it available to all current and prospective students and employees. The report contains a description of DMU’s safety and security-related policy statements and procedures and includes statistics of crimes reported over the past three years to DMU officials about incidents occurring on campus locations or nearby public property. The report also includes information about ways to stay safe and report security-related incidents. You may view the current annual security report online or request a printed copy of the report by contacting the building services manager at 515-270-1471 .