Simulation Technician & Lab Assistant (Part-time)

Gordon State College; Barnesville (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

University of North Georgia is hiring a part-time Simulation Technician/Lab Assistant to support daily operations of the simulation and skills laboratories. Position involves equipment setup, inventory, and assisting during sessions on the Cumming and Dahlonega campuses.

Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, basic troubleshooting ability, and the drive to learn new simulation technologies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Healthcare simulation center experience preferred.
• Experience with patient simulators, audiovisual systems, or healthcare equipment beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of simulation technology and AV gear.
• Set up and break down equipment for simulation sessions and labs.
• Monitor inventory and communicate needs to coordinators.
• Keep simulation spaces clean, organized and ready for use.
• Support faculty during sessions and ensure consistency across labs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Tech aptitude

Independent work

Equipment handling

Collaborative work

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Healthcare-related training preferred

Tools

AV equipment

Healthcare simulators

Medical equipment

Job description

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a part-time Simulation Technician and Lab Assistant. The Simulation Technician/Lab Assistant supports the daily operations of the simulation and skills laboratories by assisting with simulation technology, audiovisual equipment, patient simulators, medical equipment, inventory management, and laboratory setup. This position helps maintain a realistic, organized, and effective learning environment for healthcare education and simulation activities. This position will work on Cumming, and Dahlonega campus.

• Assist with the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of simulation technology, including audiovisual equipment, patient simulators, task trainers, and medical equipment.
• Prepare, set up, and break down equipment, supplies, and simulation environments for simulation activities and skills labs. Support faculty and staff during simulation sessions and laboratory activities as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels of simulation and lab supplies and communicate inventory needs to the Lab Coordinator and Simulation Coordinator.
• Assist with organization, stocking, cleaning, and routine maintenance of simulation and laboratory equipment. Ensure simulation spaces remain clean, organized, and prepared for instructional use.
• Help maintain consistency and functionality across simulation and skills lab environments.
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying equipment or operational issues and reporting concerns appropriately.
• Follow safety procedures and departmental guidelines related to equipment and laboratory operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable, motivated, and able to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Technology aptitude and the ability to learn new technology and simulation systems quickly.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate self-initiative.
• Ability to move and transport equipment, supplies, and boxes as needed.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new simulation technologies and equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain organized laboratory environments.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.

• Degree or coursework in a healthcare-related field, technology field, or related discipline preferred.
• Experience working in a healthcare simulation center is strongly preferred.
• Experience with patient simulators, audiovisual systems, or healthcare equipment.

Proposed Salary Range - $18.34 - $20.17.

• Resume, and Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affluent Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.

• Position of Trust