Simulation Specialist (Project Management)

Come join the staff at OU HSC and become a part of Oklahoma's premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. 

Duties:

• Provides technical and instructional support for simulation center operations.
• Responsible for operating and maintaining simulation and computer equipment to include but not limited to all hardware and software associated with the simulation center, learning management systems, virtual and procedural skills simulation.
• Works in collaboration with department director, faculty, and simulation center technicians.
• Supervises and trains all simulation users.
• Operates the simulator for all training sessions demonstrating or teaching technical aspects to faculty, residents, and others.
• Creates real life cases to demonstrate trauma, wounds, and illnesses.
• Participates in faculty orientation regarding simulation training and debriefing techniques.
• Maintains all simulation equipment ensuring it is in working condition.
• Orders equipment and supplies in a timely manner. 
• Coordinates with IT Department to maintain technical equipment and provide support if problems develop.
• Assists with the creation of new course curriculum and educational materials to provide technical training for users, and evaluation tools.
• Coordinates daily educational events by organizing and managing the department calendar and reservation process. 
• Assists with education-related research efforts to include but not limited to study design, writing and submission of protocols and grant applications, data collection and analysis, and abstract and manuscript preparation and submission for publication.
• Maintains contact with other simulation facilities, vendors, and manufacturers for assistance with equipment problems.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the functions of the position.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in information technology or related field. AND:

• 24 months experience with patient care simulation equipment in an operating room, critical care area, EMS, or other healthcare unit.

Equivalency/Substitution: 48 months experience in simulation technology for a total of 72 months experience in lieu of bachelor's degree. 

Skills:

• Working knowledge of audiovisual equipment and simulation equipment.
• Working knowledge of MicroSoft Office Suite to include Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to manage time or have excellent organization skills.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to supervise and train.
• Ability to multitask, handle stressful situations and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to work independently and as a team worker.

Advertised Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Environmental:
  • Standard office environment and or clinical environment. 

Departmental Preferences:

• Active Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist preferred. 
• 24 months experience in healthcare simulation preferred
• Ability to lift equipment/simulators preferred