Simulation Technician

Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

Description SHIFT: No Weekends
SCHEDULE: Full-time


Introduction

Galen College of Nursing is a vibrant and growing, single-purpose nursing college focused on expanding access to quality nursing education. Our culture is at the forefront of everything we do. Galen's fundamental goals are to be the best place for nursing education and the best place to work and one cannot be true without the other.

Benefits

At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a variety of comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans along with some unique benefits including:

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• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Programs
  
• Paid Personal Leave
  
• 401k (100% annual match - 3%-9% of pay based on years of service)
  
• Identity Theft Protection discounts
  
• Auto, Home, and Life Insurance options
  
• Adoption Assistance
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  
• Mental Health Coverage
  
  
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  As you consider joining Galen, please carefully consider how you will model the culture we embrace and look to sustain. A culture where good ideas can come from anywhere and transparency is vital. Respect, accountability and integrity are non-negotiables, and commitment is created and sustained through the development of all employees. We care about each other and our students. We look for ways to exceed expectations and we are always looking for ways to improve and grow, while delivering the promise of extraordinary nursing education, matched only by a commitment to our students' success. If you feel our culture aligns with your strength of experience, attitude and authentic desire to work with great people to help changes lives, we'd love to talk!
  
  
  
  Galen College is looking for a Simulation Technician to support and enhance simulation experiences for all learners in collaboration with program faculty to ensure quality and continuity in the achievement of course student learning outcomes for all programs.
  
  
  
  Responsibilities:
  
  
  
  
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  • Assists faculty and students with operational aspects of simulation, simulation development, and training of simulation equipment.
    
  • Serve as simulator operator by programing, testing, and running scenarios with faculty.
    
  • Assure that simulation lab and equipment is prepared for simulation experience based on course student learning outcomes (CSLOs) and scenario requirements.
    
  • Maintain and repair equipment and supplies necessary for effective use of clinical learning laboratories, including proper functioning of all simulation manikins and simulator technologies.
    
  • Programs software to model simulators' physiological responses to faculty specifications.
    
  • Attends meetings and training to remain current in the field of simulation.
    
  • Communicates with equipment manufacturers regarding equipment, troubleshooting and system problems; maintain record of repairs.
    
  • Assists with designing props and the placement of props for simulation experiences.
    
  • Maintains external relationships with area universities/schools, professional organizations, hospitals, and other healthcare agencies.
    
  • Obtains, coordinates and organizes equipment and supplies to be utilized in the simulation lab.
    
  • Maintain an accurate inventory of supplies and equipment for the simulation center.
    
  • Coordinates the use of moulage in simulation. Helps faculty to prepare moulage and learn new moulage techniques.
    
  • Assists with special projects or initiatives as needed.
    
  • Makes recommendations for additional simulation equipment resources.
    
  • Assist with tours and simulation sessions for external customers as requested.
    
  • Other duties as assigned.
    
    Qualifications
    
    
    
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      Minimum of a technical diploma or associate degree from an accredited institution required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
      
      
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      Three (3) years of advanced computer hardware, programming, and audio video experience required.
      
      
      
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      Possess basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology or agree to enroll in course upon hire.
      
      
      
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      Effective written and oral communication skills.
      
      
      
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      Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
      
      
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      Attention to detail and follow through.
      
      
      
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      Position requires critical thinking, reading, planning, preparing, evaluating, and decision making. Physical demands in classroom and lab minimal and considered sedentary work with occasional lifting and/or carrying such articles as manikins, supplies, files, and books (50 pounds maximum).
      
      
      
      
      
      Degree of Supervision: Minimal.
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      Galen College Values:
      
      Inclusivity: I foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential.
      
      Character: I act with integrity and compassion in all I do.
      
      Accountability: I own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.
      
      Respect: I value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.
      
      Excellence: I commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do.
      
      
      
      We are Galen College of Nursing. Our focus is nursing education and our students' success is all that matters. We offer a unique educational experience we call Pure Nursing. Our knowledgeable and caring faculty and staff take personal interest in helping our students achieve their goals. Galen College is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award Associate, Baccalaureate and Master's Degrees. The baccalaureate degree in nursing program at Galen College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), and the associate degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). For complete information related to Galen's accreditation status, please visit our website
      
      
      
      We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
      
      

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