STANDARDIZED PATIENT/SIMULATION CENTER TECHNOLOGIST

Central Michigan University; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University is looking for a Standardized Patient/Simulation Center Technologist in Mount Pleasant, MI. This role involves overseeing technology and operations within the Standardized Patient training program and organizing events on and off-campus.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree along with solid experience in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with simulation technologies. The position offers a full-time schedule with a salary range of $50,000 to $60,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and experience that equates to four years.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with standardized patient programs or simulation center technologies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the super user for all technology within the Standardized Patient Program.
• Oversee implementation and training of all new technologies for the center.
• Coordinate scheduling and program communication needs for the program staff.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal communication skills

Problem assessment and management

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

B-Line

Point-of-care ultrasound

Job description

STANDARDIZED PATIENT/SIMULATION CENTER TECHNOLOGIST

Position Summary

The standardized patient and simulation center (SIM) technologist will serve as the center’s expert on all technology within the Standardized Patient (SP) training program including B‑line, ultrasound, and simulation software. This position serves as the operational leader for all events and activities both on and off campus and contributes to meeting the requirements of the program by working with internal and external clients and planning future events. Responsibilities encompass problem assessment and management on‑site and off‑site, ensuring quality events, fostering relationships, assigning tasks, and directing the duties of temporary and student workers. The SIM technologist plays a role in orienting and organizing learners involved in program events and activities. Additionally, the position involves facilitating standardized patient sessions and maintaining effective communication among administration personnel, standardized patients, clients, and the public. The technologist also contributes to the recruitment, screening, and selection of SPs. Exceptional flexibility and interpersonal skills are essential for building positive relationships with participants, enabling them to respond effectively to the program’s needs in various situations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and experience that equates to four years.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with standardized patient programs or simulation center technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish assignments and projects independently, to work well as part of a team, and to exercise judgment in setting priorities.
• Demonstrated positive interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to learn new technology and equipment.
• Ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience utilizing medical equipment and medical technology.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable in various work situations.
• Working knowledge of SAP, B‑Line, point‑of‑care ultrasound, and standardized patient methodology.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Serves as the super user for all technology within the Standardized Patient Program Simulation Center (SPPSC) and is responsible for the creation, programming, and testing of simulation scenarios, evaluations, and data extraction.
• Creates reports for the SP Simulation Center Manager as requested.
• Oversees the implementation and training of all new technologies for the center.
• Works with the medical education office to coordinate scheduling, calendar maintenance, and program communication needs for the program staff.
• Serves as the main contact for the clinical skills center and all demonstrations and courses and ensures that all medical student activities are accurately monitored and timed.
• Oversees all pre‑ and post‑event activity including room set‑up, technology programming, supply inventory, personnel scheduling, delivering student instructions, staffing, operation of audio‑visual recording equipment and simulation control software/hardware, along with post‑event debriefing with students and staff, properly logging recordings for evaluation, and providing post‑event reports to the supervisor as required.
• Tracks and reconciles the SPPSC cost center, performs accounts receivable processing and tracking, and creates monthly budget reports for the Manager’s review.
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate cost‑effective resources (staff, equipment, software, learning resources) for educational activities.
• Coordinates all purchases for maintenance, operation equipment, supplies, and software and liaises with simulation equipment companies for any needed repairs or demonstrations.
• Works with medical faculty to design and implement high‑fidelity simulation scenarios; this includes ordering the necessary supplies and assisting with simulation set‑up, creating scenarios using Laerdal programs, manikin, and computer testing, and running simulation sessions as the simulation technician.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff from programs within the university to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical skills teaching and assessment activities, utilizing current best practices and ensuring that programming is in line with university policies and procedures.
• Assists with teaching BLS, wound closure, scrub training, and physical exam skills.
• Serves as a backup for SP training and coordination as needed.
• Travels to outside locations for programs/events as needed.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Employee Group

Professional & Administrative - Salary

Pay Range

$50,000 - $60,000 per year

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

College of Medicine

Position Status

Regular

Employment Status

Full‑Time

FTE

1.0

Position Type

12 month

Weekly Work Schedule

Mon‑Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed

Location

Mount Pleasant, MI

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• List of References

Equal Opportunity Statement

CMU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and institution. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex‑based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.