Clinical Simulation Specialist

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University of Florida
Description

This position provides professional support for training and development programs for the benefit of individual or organizational performance. Assists the Simulation Program with activities surrounding simulation/experiential learning events. Works closely with the Director of the Simulation Center and facilitators and Simulation Specialists to produce high quality education activities.

Operations: 

  • Operates and maintains center equipment, audio/visual, computer, and materials related to simulation learning in the healthcare center.
  • Supports/assists in role playing applications, props placement, and moulage set-up to create a virtual health care environment and experience.
  • Operates simulators based on priorities identified by the faculty.
  • Assists with training faculty in the use of simulation equipment.
  • Conducts tours and simulation sessions for internal/external groups and/or individuals.
  • Assists in developing new courses or training initiatives.
  • Engages in educational endeavors to maintain proficiency with simulation technology and use to facilitate learning.
  • Assist with scheduling for simulation and skills rooms.
  • Provide simulation support in the clinical skills and simulation labs for associates, staff, physicians, students and faculty to meet course objectives through simulation.
  • Promote patient safety and quality outcomes.
  • Monitors cost-effective use of human and material resources.
  • Assists with the management of risk and safety issues.
  • Assist in data collection and generate utilization reports as requested.
  • Performs educational research activities such as data collection and analysis.

Maintenance:

  • Maintenance of simulation equipment including preventative maintenance.
  • Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment needed for simulation.

Evaluations:

This position provides professional support for training and development programs for the benefit of individual or organizational performance. Assists the Simulation Program with activities surrounding simulation/experiential learning events. Works closely with the Director of the Simulation Center and facilitators and Simulation Specialists to produce high quality education activities. Operations:  Operates and maintains center equipment, audio/visual, computer, and materials related to simulation learning in the healthcare center. Supports/assists in role playing applications, props placement, and moulage set-up to create a virtual health care environment and experience. Operates simulators based on priorities identified by the faculty. Assists with training faculty in the use of simulation equipment. Conducts tours and simulation sessions for internal/external groups and/or individuals. Assists in developing new courses or training initiatives. Engages in educational endeavors to maintain proficiency with simulation technology and use to facilitate learning. Assist with scheduling for simulation and skills rooms. Provide simulation support in the clinical skills and simulation labs for associates, staff, physicians, students and faculty to meet course objectives through simulation. Promote patient safety and quality outcomes. Monitors cost-effective use of human and material resources. Assists with the management of risk and safety issues. Assist in data collection and generate utilization reports as requested. Performs educational research activities such as data collection and analysis. Maintenance: Maintenance of simulation equipment including preventative maintenance. Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment needed for simulation. Evaluations: Assists in evaluation training effectiveness and achievement of learning outcomes. Assists in assessing training needs, using surveys, interviews, focus groups, or communications with leadership. Other duties as assigned.

EXPECTED SALARY: $20.00 – $22.00 hourly 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Technology or Health-related field strongly preferred. Previous experience in instructing basic and/or advanced life support training. Experience in simulation operations and training. At least 1 year healthcare based training experience, can be hospital or EMS. Flexibility in schedule a plus. Licensure in a health related field highly preferred. Candidates with valid Basic Life Support card preferred. Paramedic certification preferred.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: Applicants should include a letter indicating their interest, most recent resume, and a list of at least three professional references. The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. This is a time limited position. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.