Simulation Operations Specialist

Curry College
United States, Massachusetts, Milton
1071 Blue Hill Avenue (Show on map)
May 30, 2025
Simulation Operations Specialist The Simulation Operations Specialist works collaboratively with the Director of Simulation and Experiential Learning and individual faculty to provide technical and managerial support for the Curry College Nursing Simulation Program at the Milton campus. This position is a 12 month, full-time placement. Occasional (or regular) evening or weekend shifts may be required. The Simulation Operations Specialist will report to the Curry College School of Nursing and Health Sciences Dean. Essential Functions: 1. Administrative Functions Manages the schedule for Curry College Nursing Simulation Center; Maintains current knowledge of simulation/lab equipment catalogs and operation manuals; Orders, organizes, maintains and restock skills lab and simulation laboratory supplies; Provides set-up of lab equipment/supplies for independent practice by students; Provides recommendations on equipment, supplies and material purchases; Collects data for simulation lab utilization, ongoing research, or grant requirements; Participates on the Simulation Advisory Committee in an ex-officio capacity; Maintains simulation activities and learner confidentiality; Maintains the digital library of electronic simulations; Meets with faculty prior to implementing new simulations to help determine feasibility; Supervises student workers. 2. Simulation Functions: Programs simulator software to model simulator's physiological response to instructor specifications; Operates patient simulators and cameras for the duration of simulations; Operates and maintains audio-visual and debriefing systems; Sets up and takes down learning environment equipment for skills lab, health assessment, and simulation scenarios: May involve rapid turnover of simulation lab set up. Maintains and repairs all simulation equipment, including: Patient simulators, computers, monitors and a variety of medical equipment. Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and contacts vendors as needed. Manages warranties and maintenance agreements. Arranges scheduled maintenance of equipment. Provides technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals including: Beds/examination tables, headwalls, patient monitors, and other health care equipment Medication dispensing systems Vital sign monitors Provides theatrical production (costuming and moulage) for simulation scenarios as requested; Mixes fake body fluids and creates wounds. Provides technical assistance, support and training to faculty, staff, and student workers in use of simulation equipment. Additional Functions: Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual privacy. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor or their designee. Job Requirements: Essential Characteristics: Successful performance of this position demands consistent demonstration of the following uncompromised performance characteristics: Exhibits a high degree of initiative for bringing tasks to successful completion and succeeding in achieving stated goals. Expresses oneself clearly, purposefully and effectively both written and verbal context. Possesses excellent organizational and time management skills to achieve optimal results. Demonstrate positive attitudes and positive actions through a display of courtesy, congeniality, cooperation, sensitivity and professionalism to deal with a variety of individuals. Ability to function independently, attention to detail, work under pressure, prioritize multiple projects, and handle confidential information. Minimum Qualifications: Associates Degree (high school graduate with specialty practice may be considered). Minimum of 2 years related experience, or the equivalent in the Information Technology Field. Preferred Qualifications: Certification as a Healthcare Simulation Operation Specialist Experience in simulation Healthcare experience Knowledge of medical terminology Baccalaureate degree in related field such as computer science or information management Experience in a college setting with proven technical abilities across a variety or complex software systems, relational databases, and web-based programs. Salary: $21.00 to $24.00 hourly Additional Information: Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position. Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks. Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment. The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below: Ann Coyne, Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance: Office 122, King Academic Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA 02186. (617) 333-2212, ann.coyne@curry.edu. Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"): Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: 617-289-0111, FAX: 617-289-0150; TDD: 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Boston@ed.gov. To apply, visit http://curry.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=188558 jeid-15bb2177c1fca443815fe2f3908765d5