Simulation Technology Specialist I - School of Nursing

University of Kansas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center’s School of Nursing seeks a Simulation Technology Specialist I for the Clinical Learning Lab/Simulation. You will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, and AV systems to support realistic simulation sessions.

You will collaborate with faculty and staff, provide training on equipment, manage inventory, and contribute to program development and quality improvement.

Job description

Department: SON Clinical Learning Lab/Simulation ----- Clinical Learning Lab/Simulation Position Title: Simulation Technology Specialist I - School of Nursing Job Family Group: Professional Staff

Job Description Summary

The Simulation Technology Specialist I provides technical and operational support for the School of Nursing’s Simulation Program. This role ensures the smooth execution of simulation-based learning by managing high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, audiovisual systems, and related technologies. The Specialist collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to deliver safe, realistic, and high-quality simulation experiences.

Job Duties

• Simulation Operations & Technical Support: Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot simulation equipment including manikins, task trainers, and virtual platforms. Set up, reset, and maintain simulation environments to reflect clinical scenarios, including props, moulage, and medical supplies. Provide technical support before, during, and after simulation sessions. Record, edit, and manage audiovisual content using platforms such as SimCapture, B-Line, and other AV systems.
• Equipment Maintenance & Inventory Management: Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs on simulation equipment; coordinate external servicing when needed. Monitor inventory of consumables and equipment; reorder supplies as necessary.
• Collaboration & Training: Collaborate with faculty and staff to design, test, and implement technical components of simulation scenarios. Train faculty, staff, and students on the use of simulation equipment and audiovisual systems.
• Program Development & Quality Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for simulation operations. Stay informed on emerging technologies and best practices in simulation education. Participate in team meetings, professional development, and special projects aligned with the Simulation Program’s mission.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

This position requires full-time, in-person work on campus. This position requires occasional evening or weekend hours to support academic schedules. Lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.

Required Qualifications

• Work Experience: Four (4) years of experience with audiovisual systems and computer networking. Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
• One (1) year of experience with healthcare simulation equipment. Relevant education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare or technical discipline.
• One (1) year of experience in healthcare simulation operations, nursing education, or clinical healthcare settings.
• One (1) year of experience with simulation platforms and tools such as Laerdal, SimCapture, VR/AR technologies, or learning management systems.
• One (1) year of experience in setting up clinical environments and applying moulage techniques.
• One (1) year of experience supporting technical systems used in simulation-based education.

Skills

• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Multi-Tasking Skills

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type: Regular Time Type: Full time

Rate Type: Hourly Compensation Statement

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $24.71 - $35.82 Minimum $24.71 Midpoint $30.29 Maximum $35.82

The mission of the University of Kansas Medical Center

is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research, and health care.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information.

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