Simulation Technician, Nursing

Description

Provide technical skills to support the use of simulation in the Health and Public Services Division of Mohave Community College. Responsible for preparing and maintaining laboratory equipment, media, computers, and materials related to simulation learning and a virtual hospital/healthcare setting. Provide administrative and other support to the Director of Healthcare Simulation. Provide information and assistance to students and faculty participating in simulation education. Assist faculty, Lab Assistants, and Sim Coordinators with preparation for simulation learning experiences.

This part-time position you will be asked to work non-traditional hours including nights and weekends.

Typical Duties

• Programs software to model simulators' physiological responses to instructor specifications

• Supports/assists in role-playing applications, props placement, and set-up to create a virtual healthcare environment and experience

• Operates human patient 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

• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment needed for simulation

• Provides recommendations for budget and purchase of equipment, supplies, and materials related to simulation and the virtual hospital

• Adheres to protocols set in place by the Director of Healthcare Simulation

• Collaborates in the maintenance and repair of simulation equipment

• Engages in educational endeavors to maintain currency with simulation technology and use to facilitate health care student learning

• Sustains current knowledge of functionality, operations, and uses of simulation equipment

• Operates and maintains audio/visual equipment used in simulation

• Works with MCC campus technology staff as appropriate

• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through MCC

Supports the values of the College: diversity, teaching excellence, student success, innovation and creativity and service to the College

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• High School Diploma, GED

• Associate degree or Higher Preferred

• Ability to use audio/visual equipment including video cameras, digital cameras and microphones

• Experience in keeping records and inventories of laboratory supplies and equipment.

• Experience in maintaining simulation equipment and troubleshooting needs for repair.

• Proficiency in working with computer systems

• Experience with varied laboratory conditions involving mechanical, electrical, and lifting hazards

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Application Instructions

It is the responsibility of each applicant to have all the following documents on file in the Employee Services office by the deadline date in order to continue in the application process for this position. Application materials will not be returned.

• A complete online employment application form. Please do not state 'see resume' on any part of the application. Blank spaces may be cause for rejection of the application.

• Cover letter addressing the criteria listed in the job announcement and your qualifications for this position.

• Resume or curriculum vitae. Optional, but encouraged.

• Transcripts of all college work. (Unofficial transcripts or photocopies will be accepted to establish the application file. Official transcripts will be required if the candidate is offered the position.)