Simulation Technician: VR Medical Training Specialist

sluhn; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Simulation Center professional to operate and maintain simulation equipment and support post-simulation documentation and archiving.

You will help keep hardware/software inventories current and develop troubleshooting documents and maintenance plans. The role includes entering data into management systems, teaching learners about simulators, and ensuring strict adherence to lab policies and safety precautions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years related experience in simulation or education/training.
• Clinical background preferred but not essential.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, healthcare or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintain simulation equipment, task trainers, computerized simulators, and virtual reality procedural trainers with the ability to follow medical aspects of scenarios, and make appropriate adjustments to technology systems.
• Operates computer hardware and audio-video recording systems Post-simulation, conduct post-course documentation and archiving activities as necessary, return mannequin or other simulator back to steady state (clean, replace and store props or medical equipment).
• Assists in maintaining an accurate inventory of hardware and software
• Create troubleshooting documents, simulator checklists, and preventative maintenance plans for simulation equipment.
• Assists in planning, developing and implementing new and innovative ways to maximize efficiency
• Acquires and maintains skills and knowledge related to existing and newly acquired technologies.
• Enters information into software management system for both simulator-based and standardized patient simulations.
• Explains to learners the use of patient care simulators and related media and computer equipment.
• Insures student compliance with lab policies, procedures, and safety precautions.

Skills

communication skills

teamwork

problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Simulation Center professional to operate and maintain simulation equipment and support post-simulation documentation and archiving.

You will help keep hardware/software inventories current and develop troubleshooting documents and maintenance plans. The role includes entering data into management systems, teaching learners about simulators, and ensuring strict adherence to lab policies and safety precautions.