Simulation Technician/Lab Coordinator - East Tennessee State University : Job Details

Position Information

Job Title Simulation Technician/Lab Coordinator Department Undergraduate Programs, College of Nursing - 35200 Pay Grade 8 Job Category Administrative Job Summary

Undergraduate Programs, College of Nursing is accepting applications for a Simulation Technician/Lab Coordinator.

The primary functions of the Simulation Technician/Lab Coordinator are to provide educational and technological support to faculty and students for simulation and skills lab activities including simulation/lab computers, audio/visual technology used for simulation/lab activities, simulation manikins, virtual reality technology, and any other technology used for simulation/lab activities; managing space, simulation/lab equipment and supplies; maintaining an accurate and current inventory of all equipment and supplies; collaborating with faculty and staff to assure accurate scheduling of simulation/lab space equipment, and personnel to support simulation/lab activities; and maintaining accurate utilization records for all simulation/lab spaces, equipment, and personnel including use of scheduling software specific to simulation/lab activities.

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:

* Paid time off & leave

* 17 paid holidays

* Educational Assistance

* Health and life insurance

* Retirement

* Access to University facilities and services and much more!

Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at:

ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Knowledge of standard office computer software.

* Knowledge of technologies used for simulation/lab including electrical/technical AV, virtual reality, manikins, and other technologies used for simulation/lab activities.

* Knowledge of current simulation standards for best practice as defined by nationally recognized organizations such as INACSL, SSiH, and others.

* Knowledge of current healthcare practices, including current technologies

* Ability to demonstrate strong organizational skills with the ability to manage schedules.

* Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of faculty, staff, and students.

* Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and ability to produce reports.

* Ability to work flexible hours, including potential for some weekend days.

* Ability to travel.

Required Qualifications

* Associate degree in nursing or health-related field (Registered Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, Cardiovascular Technologist, Surgical Technologist, Certified Healthcare Simulation Operation Specialist) with current, unencumbered certification or license in Tennessee or compact state.

* Minimum two years of experience in a healthcare setting.

* Minimum one year of experience with healthcare simulation.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in nursing or health-related field.

* Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) certification.

* 2+ years' experience in healthcare simulation in higher education, military, health care, or other setting.

* AV software and hardware experience.

Salary $38,835 - $46,515

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number AS01397P Is this position subject to a criminal background check? Yes Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No FLSA Status Exempt Open Date 07/11/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants