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Simulation Technology Specialist - JR007758

Company:
University of Kansas Medical Center
Job Location:
Wichita, Kansas
Category:
Other IT
Type:
Adjunct/Part-Time
Simulation Technology Specialist


Department:
SOM Wichita Simulation Center
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Simulation

Position Title:
Simulation Technology Specialist

Job Family Group:
Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:
The Simulation Technology Specialist is an entry-level technical position contributing to the daily work of healthcare simulation program delivery. This person is part of the program delivery team that is responsible for installing, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting high technology patient simulators, lower technology task trainers, medical equipment, computer hardware/software, recording devices and related multimedia technologies used in the training of healthcare professionals and students.

This is a part-time, in-person position. Hours per week and schedule varies.

Resume and cover letter are required to be considered for this position.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

Education: HS diploma or GED equivalent

Work Experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in clinical simulation, standardized patient programs or information technology; or combination of education and equivalent experience.
Physical requirements: Moving or lifting heavy objects (e.g. manikins) on occasion.

Preferred Qualifications:

Work Experience:
  • Working in an academic institution.
  • Two years of experience working in a simulation lab, including experience with simulation manikins, standardized patients, equipment, and software.
  • Audio/visual experience.
  • Two years of computer/IT experience (including some networking).
  • Basic knowledge of human physiology, medical terminology and abbreviations.
  • Familiarity with basic medical supplies and equipment.
Skills:
  • Demonstrates excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Certification of Basic Life Support CPR within 60 days of hire.
Job Duties:
  • Follow standard operating procedures, instructions, and checklists to prepare, set-up and cleanup for simulation and procedural skills events.
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot simulation equipment (manikins and task trainers), clinical equipment, audiovisual and computer hardware/software applications, recording systems and network systems.
  • Participate in curriculum design meetings and case development efforts to facilitate technical planning and delivery for simulation activities.
  • Operate video cameras and related equipment in the production and editing of educational videos.
  • Manage recording, playback, storage, and cataloguing of simulations.
  • Develop technical documentation and checklists for simulation programming.
  • Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and assist with ordering needed items.
  • Interface with program manufacturers regarding equipment troubleshooting and systems problems, as well as periodic upgrades. Maintain records of warranties, maintenance, and repairs.
  • Acquire and maintain skills and knowledge related to existing and newly acquired technologies.
  • Serve in Standardized Patient role to provide the voice of the manikin or family member as needed.
  • Attend training and professional development activities, including manufacturer specific training; some requiring out of state travel.
  • This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Employee Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Part time

Rate Type:
Hourly

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range:
$24.20 - $35.09
Minimum
$24.20
Midpoint
$29.64
Maximum
$35.09

Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Wichita-KS/Simulation-Technology-Specialist_JR007758 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR007758.

Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.

About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu.

Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination


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