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Job Summary

Coordinates simulation pedagogy in the Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences (NWCNHS). Responsible for ensuring established goals and objectives for the Simulation Teaching and Research (STAR) Center are met. This position reports to the Director of the STAR Center.

• Coordinates the scheduling of simulation training programs among users by working with course directors and coordinators to establish priorities and maximize time while maintaining best practices in simulation pedagogy.
• Manages the training and assures regular evaluation of adjunct facilitators using Evidenced Based Practice (EBP) available for evaluation. Coordinates the simulation calendar with the coordinator and director to determine need for facilitators.
• Works with clinical faculty to deliver clinical experiences in a simulated environment as part of the Simulation Teaching Unit (STU).
• Sets up the simulation room or simulation center in preparation for simulation scenarios; including equipment, simulators, IT and video/audio; performs all necessary tests to verify system is working appropriately.
• Assists  with the operations of the simulators during training sessions. Demonstrates and teaches technical aspects of operating simulators to faculty members and support staff.
• Provides orientation of faculty and students to principles of simulation training and debriefing techniques.
• Supports the develop of simulation curriculum with technical knowledge of the simulation center capabilities and procedures to ensure that curriculum are accurate and appropriate.
• Develops technical proficiency with all aspects of operation, maintenance, support and trouble shooting.
• Assists with managing change to control scope, cost and contracts within the STAR Center.
• Supervises simulation technicians, student workers as appropriate, establish goals, identifies professional development opportunities, and evaluates performance as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of appropriate experience, or Master’s degree and one (1) year of appropriate experience.

Desired Qualifications

• BLS and/or ACLS certification.
• Experience in health professions and/or health professions education, preferably in a position with primary responsibility for design and delivery of learning programs for adult learners.
• SSH Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) certification.
• Knowledge of simulation pedagogy.
• Knowledge of best practices of simulation (SSH) (INASCL) application.

Job Category

Administrative

Advertised Salary

$50,000 – $55,000

Work Schedule

• Begin time: 8:30 AM
• End time: 5:00 PM

Working Condition(s)

Operating University Vehicles (all types)

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver’s License Check

Other Information

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
• Travel to FIU Campus’

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in “My Applications“. 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How To Apply

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in “My Applications“. 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

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