Job Summary

Under the direction of the Simulation Center Director, the Simulation Center Technician will provide technical support for all simulation operations, including preparation, maintenance and repair of computerized manikins (software and hardware), task trainers and related multimedia peripherals. It requires broad knowledge of simulation, audiovisual, and computer technologies, simulation methodology, healthcare delivery and organization policy and procedures

Responsibilities

• Serve as simulator operator by programming, testing and running scenarios with faculty instructors, assuring that the facility and equipment are set up for teaching sessions.
• Acquire and install digital audiovisual hardware and software systems to record simulated sessions with subsequent editing and transfer into an archival format for analysis.
• Provide technical support for computer-based multimedia systems and their components, including operation of digital cameras, video cameras, audio/video mixer, digital/analog converter, monitors, LCD projectors, anesthesia machines and other equipment.

~ Sets up and takes down simulation laboratory equipment (may require rapid turnover of simulation labs).
~ Collaborates with supervisor to organize, maintain and restock skills lab and simulation laboratory supplies.

• Support the use of digital media and web stream creation for educational and professional distribution, distribute content and back up data, and provide advanced troubleshooting.
• Understand the use and operation of different simulator technologies ranging from anatomic models and task trainers to screen-based simulations to full body patient simulators and virtual reality surgical simulators.
• Maintain proficiency in existing and emerging technologies, including basic theory, design and implementation.
• Participate in technical training as necessary; attend conferences to stay current with simulation technology.
• Conduct routine equipment maintenance, inventory updates and equipment purchases.

~ Sets up and maintains surgical/procedural simulators
~ Maintains simulation activities and learner confidentiality.

• Install software and hardware upgrades and maintain functionality of manikin components as directed by manufacturer support.
• Interface with the equipment manufacturers regarding equipment troubleshooting and systems problems; maintain record of repairs.
• Responsible for simulator program marketing and information management, including brochure and website development and maintenance.
• Create innovative ideas, evaluate new equipment, and identify opportunities for technology improvement and integration into healthcare education.
• Train faculty and other Simulation Center staff in the operational aspects of simulation.
• Communicate in a positive, professional manner with faculty instructors, students and other users of the Simulation Center.
• Assist with other special projects or initiatives as needed.
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact)

The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department’s identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients.

Competency Statement

Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist.

Common Duties and Responsibilities
(Essential duties common to all positions)

1. Maintain and document all applicable required education.
2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations.
3. Comply with the company's attendance policy.
4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution.
5. Perform work in a cost effective manner.
6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations.
7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization.
8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable.
9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Credentials

Work Schedule: Days

Status: Full Time Regular 1.0

Location: Chesterfield Bldg 4-Center for Learning & Research

Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston

Talent Acquisition Specialist: Tamara B. Young tammy.young@vandaliahealth.org