We like to regularly feature a healthcare IT job that might be of interest to readers. Today, we’re featuring the Simulation Operations Specialist at Natividad position that was recently posted on Healthcare IT Central. This position was posted by Natividad and is in Salinas, California.
Here’s a description of the position:
Inspiring Healthy Lives Through Community
At Natividad, our dedication to the people of Monterey County is at the heart of everything we do – from the health care services we provide to the specialized programs we promote. This commitment to our community spans more than 130 years and, more importantly, has touched countless lives. It has also earned us a Joint Commission ranking in the top percentile of hospitals nationwide. If you believe in inspiring healthy lives by focusing on community-based care, consider joining Natividad today.
Simulation Operations Specialist
Natividad is seeking to fill a full-time permanent Simulation Operations Specialist position. Under general supervision, this incumbent provides technical support for high fidelity simulation equipment, multimedia, computer programing and other technical activities required for healthcare simulation training. This position supports instructors with simulation prep & set-up, implementation of the simulation and debriefing.
Example of Duties
- Acts as a resource person for users of the automated simulation (sim) system(s) applications
- Answers questions and resolves problems related to use and operation of simulation applications
- Coordinates a third party or vendor help desk to resolve sim problems
- Coordinates with computer sim support personnel in identifying and resolving problems with the system, including programs, workstations, networks and other hardware and software related to sim
- Confers with all clinical department personnel regarding protocols and procedures
- Collaborates with clinical department head to improve the effectiveness of sim programming and to make recommendations for systems and procedures improvements
- Stays abreast of new sim technology
- Documents and tracks sim system problems and writes reports on issues
- Writes or assists in writing and revising sim procedures, sim instructional materials or staff development sim tools for systems-related training
- Develops other sim system training material for users or recommends other computer and/or sim training resources as needed
- May attend meetings and represent the sim program with vendors, other departments and/or other agencies for information sharing, system improvements, preparation of sim activities and sim-related activities
- Assures sim system security
- Monitors and maintains confidentiality of sim activity including audio and video recordings, and supportively reminds staff members of their commitment to confidentiality
- Serves as a lead sim worker over subordinate staff; schedules, assigns and reviews the work of subordinate staff
Minimum Qualifications
Experience
- One year of experience performing both technical support and training in the use of simulation computer hardware and software in an educational and/or clinical healthcare setting which includes
- Modification of/or interfacing with sim software and hardware in sim application environments
- Terminology related to anatomy, pathophysiology, medical procedures, and medical equipment and supplies
- Common medications used and their indications are highly desirable
Working Knowledge Of
- Capability and limitations of various computer operating systems including DOS, Windows, Mac and networks
- Computer applications used in data management and simulation activities
- Terminology related to computer hardware, software, network and peripheral equipment, and analytical processes
- Some positions may require a working knowledge of the functions, regulations, services, programs and operations of the specific department
- Developing creative alternatives to produce the desired outcomes from simulation equipment
Priority Screening Date
- Sunday, July 09, 2023 at 11:59pm for a guaranteed review
- Applications received after this date will be reviewed until the position is filled
Looks like a great opportunity for those with experience specializing in simulation operations! If this looks like a position that would interest you, check out the full details for the job and how to apply.
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