Simulation Technology Specialist

Department: 01436 - CON SIMULATION CENTER Responsibilities: 1. Set-up for simulation events accurately and timely including: Equipment, manikin(s), moulage, manikin programming, video, debriefing audio visual, video capture, and automatic medication dispensing units stocked for correct patient, reading full scenario, understanding the case and asking questions for clarification. 2. Provides first line technical support for computer-based multimedia systems and components, operation of digital cameras, video cameras, digital/analog converter, tablets, and various manikins. 3. Clean-up and reset of simulation rooms including debriefing rooms, restocking of disposable supply carts, cleaning moulage from manikins (all fluids and equipment), cleaning and rinsing all internal components, changing and restocking linens, removal of all supplies and equipment not included in standard room/bay set-up, and wipe-down of all surfaces including whiteboard when needed. 4. Support simulation events by assisting simulation facilitators with multimedia systems, operation of all technical equipment, restocking and turnover between scenarios, assisting standardized patients/confederates, and any details needed by simulation facilitators such as printing or clarifications. 5. Attend and actively contribute to regular team meetings. 6. Assigned projects, to include regular team updates and communication, are completed and signed off within agreed timeline. 7. Shows a high degree of professionalism by collaborating with team members and clients, regular communication, following dress code, completing compliance trainings on time, and punctuality. 8. Work Environment includes bending, lifting at least 50 lbs. with assistance, and some office work. 9. Other relevant duties as assigned. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, bending, reaching overhead, lifting and moving objects such as manikins and medical devices. Job Summary: This position on our Simulation Team supports healthcare simulation technologies and methodologies of the Simulation Center at the College of Nursing (CON) serving multidisciplinary health professionals. In addition to the CON, services may be provided in other simulation spaces on Health Sciences campus after cross-training is provided. The position supports preparing, running and maintaining low, mid-range, and high-fidelity simulations through the use of task trainers, patient simulators, virtual reality and standardized patients (actors) in a fun and educational atmosphere. The simulation specialist independently operates Simulation Center equipment and provides support to students, faculty and other users. Work includes independently managing AV in simulation rooms and manikin set-up/take down, application of moulage (movie make-up), set-up of medical equipment and supplies, and recording and playback of simulation events. The specialist may also support Objective Structured Clinical Examinations, Interprofessional Education, immersive simulation experiences and other scheduled inpatient and outpatient simulation learning activities at the University Hospitals and Clinics. This position has no responsibility for providing direct care to patients. This position will require working flexible shifts potentially including evenings and weekends. This position is eligible for university benefits including; medical-dental-wellness coverage, an additional 14.2% of salary employer contribution to retirement (401a), paid leave, paid holidays, tuition reduction for employees and family, free UTA transport pass and others. See details at: https://benefits.utah.edu/ Total Compensation Calculator Please APPLY at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/204055 Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of three years’ experience in information technology, medical technology, medical simulation, and/or related…