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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Healthcare Skills and Simulation Technician supports the daily operations of the simulation center and plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, immersive training experiences for medical residents and faculty. This position will play a crucial role in enhancing the learning experiences for residents through the effective use of simulation technologies and methodologies. This person will work collaboratively with faculty to ensure program resident learning objectives are met. Key responsibilities encompass simulation operations to ensure the adoption of simulation best practices to establish and sustain a safe learning environment that fosters active learning and reflective thinking.

Essential Job Functions

+ Collaborates with faculty in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of simulation scenarios, educational tools, and cases to support resident learning and assess competency.

+ Provides technical and instructional support before and during simulation sessions, including room setup, equipment configuration, manikin programming, dry-runs, and scenario adjustments.

+ Operates, monitors, and maintains high-fidelity simulators, task trainers, and audiovisual systems to ensure seamless simulation experiences; troubleshoots technical issues in real time as needed.

+ Conducts monthly maintenance of simulation equipment, performs minor manikin repairs, and oversees biomedical checks of clinical equipment such as IV pumps and defibrillators.

+ Manages audiovisual recordings of simulation sessions, including playback functionality; maintains data confidentiality and adheres to institutional policies regarding video storage and destruction.

+ Assists faculty with the eLearning platform, supporting the upload of simulation assignments, pre-simulation preparation, and post-session evaluations.

+ Supports residents in identifying individual learning needs and fosters a professional, inclusive simulation environment that encourages reflection and active engagement.

+ Recommends the purchase of new simulation equipment and educational technologies; liaises with vendors and manufacturers regarding simulator support and updates.

+ Provides training and ongoing support to faculty and staff on simulation equipment use, scenario development, and best practices in simulation-based education.

+ Develops and maintains effective working relationships with institutional stakeholders to ensure the consistency and quality of simulation programming across departments.

+ Promotes national best practices in simulation education and supports the delivery of standardized instruction across simulation sessions.

+ Performs other related duties as assigned to support the operational goals of the simulation center and graduate medical education programs.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Work Experience

Two years experience working in a healthcare simulation center or clinical environment.

Aptitude or familiarity with skills training devices and simulators.

Knowledge of adult learning principles and simulation-based instructional design.

Manufacturer certifications or technical training related to simulation equipment.

Training

Healthcare Simulation or willingness to learn.

Language

None

Patient Population

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

General office environment.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity – far

Acuity – near

Hazards

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to high pitched noises

Skills

Schedule simulation experiences

Operate high-fidelity simulation equipment

Orient and train faculty

Design, implement and evaluate simulation

Order and maintain equipment/supplies

Set-up and clean-up of simulation experiences

Teach and evaluate residents

Communication

Collaboration

Teamwork

Active listening

Conflict Resolution

Relationship Building

Attention to detail

Integrity

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]