Surgical Simulation Lab Lead

Current Job Openings – Des Moines University; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan contribution

Retirement match 10%

Flexible work arrangements

Tuition assistance

Professional development funding

Wellness facilities

Job summary

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences seeks a Surgical Skills Lab Coordinator to coordinate and deliver skills-based education within the DMU Simulation Center. You will prepare labs, set up equipment, and facilitate training activities to ensure effective course delivery.

The role requires an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s preferred), CST/RN or equivalent license, and 5+ years of clinical experience, with strong simulation education and curriculum development experience

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required; higher degrees preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), RN, or other advanced license required.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience; critical care or OR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates surgical skills and simulation-based learning activities, including instruction, learner assessment, feedback, and debriefing.
• Assists with laboratory sessions, practical exams, and curriculum delivery.
• Coordinates the Skills Lab calendar and daily operations; manages teaching assistants and budget support.
• Operates simulation equipment and supports events while ensuring safety and compliance.

Skills

Clinical experience

Simulation education

Curriculum delivery

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences seeks a Surgical Skills Lab Coordinator to coordinate and deliver skills-based education within the DMU Simulation Center. You will prepare labs, set up equipment, and facilitate training activities to ensure effective course delivery.

The role requires an Associate’s degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s preferred), CST/RN or equivalent license, and 5+ years of clinical experience, with strong simulation education and curriculum development experience