Simulation Operations Specialist

Human And Non-Human Simulation Coordinator

Responsible for coordinating all aspects of human and non-human simulation activities including integrating, maintaining, and operating computer and audiovisual technology, performing pre and post simulation activities, and executing simulation sessions equipment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair audiovisual technology assets.
• Responsible for oversight of CAE Learning Space and/or other simulation AV systems.
• Provide pre-briefing and/or orientation to learning environment for learners, faculty, and other staff.
• Maintain an understanding of education principles, regulations, and standards/best practices.
• Support all simulation center users in the safe and appropriate use of specialized equipment and resources within the center.
• Research, recommend, design, implement, and evaluate new educational experiences to enhance learners' simulation experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant health professions principles and practices.
• Demonstrate safe operation of common medical equipment and associated resources.
• Understand and apply universal precautions when working with biological materials.
• Provide general support, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair to clinical equipment used in the simulation center.
• Maintain knowledge of current clinical practice and evidence-based research in human patient simulation and clinical skills education.
• Support the design and implementation of learning experiences.
• Ensure optimal functioning of technology and systems via testing, updates, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance.
• Safeguard privacy and security of simulation center data and technology assets.
• Coordinate (or assist to coordinate) access, availability and scheduling of simulation spaces and resources.
• Undertake stock control, ensuring adequate security and levels of consumables and equipment are maintained.
• Ensure preparation and storage areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and orderly manner and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain documents and records in support of simulation center operations.
• Manage or assist with planning, coordinating, and executing all simulation activities and services in alignment with Air Methods' Education Blueprint.
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with Air Methods' and industry policies, standards, and regulations.
• Maintains basic knowledge of common research methodologies.
• Assist in the maintenance of routine records, updating databases and analyzing routine data/information as required.
• Facilitate the use of simulation for education/clinical research, quality improvement, and equipment evaluation.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for simulation technologies.
• Contribute to and maintain simulation technology-related documentation.
• Set up, program, operate, store, test, and calibrate simulators, task trainers, and other simulation equipment.
• Ensure optimal functioning of simulation technology and systems via updates, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and repair.
• Prepare simulation environment to accurately represent a clinical setting using real and simulated clinical supplies and equipment.
• Portray the role of a patient, family member or other scenario participant as directed.
• Research, create, apply, and remove moulage/special effects appropriate to the scenario to increase realism.
• Provide comprehensive setup and implementation support for all simulation activities to create an immersive experience.
• Create and/or fabricate realistic simulators, scenario props and environments as needed.
• In collaboration with others, develop, evaluate, and refine scenarios for simulation experiences, utilizing role playing, props, and dialogue to create a realistic learning environment

Additional Job Requirements:

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Travels between Air Methods' simulation centers (approximately 50%).

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three (3) or more years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Bachelor's degree required within 4 years of hire (Tuition reimbursement available).
• 3+ years' experience in healthcare simulation operations.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Prior EMS experience (EMT or Paramedic) preferred

Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to quickly and independently acquire new technological skills.
• Time management skills to work independently without need for structured environment.
• Be comfortable working with cadaveric or animal tissue.

Computer Skills:

• Advanced skills with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience programming and operating CAE and Gaumard simulators.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist Certification (CHSOS) required within 2 years of hire.
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) preferred.

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.