• Clinical Simulation Technician

    Nuvance Health (Danbury, CT)


    *Description*

    *Clinical Simulation Technician - Danbury, CT*

    *Full-time, 40 hours - 8 hour shifts between 7:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.*

    *Summary:*

     

    The Clinical Simulation Technician (CST) coordinates and provides operationalsupport for Network simulation activities.The CST serves as a technical expert who is able to set up, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and occasionally repair simulationequipment, and AV/IT equipment used in simulation.The CST also instructs and assistssimulation faculty and learners in the use of the technical and human resources used insimulation. The CST is familiar with the various modalities of simulation education and has a good grasp of simulation educational principles, and isable to assist inthe development, setup, delivery, and takedown of simulation education sessions.

     

    *Responsibilities:*

    * Operate and maintain simulation equipment, task trainers, computerized simulators, virtual reality procedural trainers, and simulation related A/V equipment.

    * Coordinates with faculty instructors in designing, planning, testing, and operating simulations to meet specified objectives.

    * Assists with the coordination, development, and appropriate utilization of standardized patients.

    * Ensures appropriate set-up and timely changeover of rooms and resources between sessions.

    * Maintains and organizes inventory of equipment and supplies.

    * Participates in the briefing of learners prior to simulation sessions.

    * Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

    * Performs other duties as assigned.

    *Requirements:*

    * High School Diploma required, Associate's Degree or higher preferred.

    * Minimum of two years’ experience working in technology or healthcare.

    * Strong computer/technical background with the ability to learn new hardware and software systems rapidly.

    * Excellent written and verbal communicator.

    * Must possess a high degree of professionalism with high-level interpersonal skills for collaboration with clinicians and staff at all levels.

    * Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.

    Working Conditions:

    Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

    Occupational: Some occupational risk

    Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

     

    Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

     

    Department: Simulation Center

    Exempt: No

    Salary Range: $18.97 - $35.21 Hourly

     

    We are an equal opportunity employer

     

    Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

     

    We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.