Simulation and Operations Specialist

Location:

Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine Scranton Campus

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

Supports the daily operations of the Clinical Skills and Simulation Center including space utilization, equipment, technology, educational exercises, evaluation methods, inventory, etc. as it relates to Simulation Education. Responsible to serve as the chief simulator operator and programmer, testing and running scenarios with faculty instructors and ensuring that the facility and equipment are set up for teaching sessions. Oversees the use and operation of different simulator technologies ranging from anatomic models and task trainers to screen based simulators, full body patient simulators and virtual reality simulators. Identify opportunities for technology improvement and integration into healthcare education. Train faculty and other staff in the operation aspects of simulation.

This position is required to conduct business in a professional and cordial manner that upholds the integrity and reputation of Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (GCSOM). This position maintains a thorough working knowledge of and adheres to the policies, regulations, and procedures of GCSOM.

Job Duties:

• Serve as simulator operator by programming, testing, and executing the scenarios.
• Participate in event and scenario planning meetings providing technical expertise on capabilities and limitations of equipment and facilities to meet curriculum needs.
• Develop technical proficiency with all aspects of the operation, maintenance, support, troubleshooting, repair and replacement of the simulation equipment.
• Support the quality of the programs within the Clinical Skills & Simulation Center by assisting with quality assurance and quality improvement under the direction of the associate director of CSSC. This includes observing live and prerecorded sessions.
• Support the technical and operational needs of the Standardized Patient program including assisting with proctoring, preparation, scheduling, and training sessions.
• Provide technical support for computer-based multimedia systems and their components, including operation of digital cameras, audio, monitors, and other equipment.
• Maintain proficiency in existing and emerging technologies.
• Maintain an active inventory of CSSC equipment.
• Install software and hardware upgrades and maintain functionality of manikin components as directed by manufacturer support.
• Provide maintenance of equipment according to manufacturers’ recommendations. Monitor
  scheduled maintenance to ensure that equipment is operational. Work with manufacturers or vendors to correct equipment deficiencies and maintain system to minimize down time.
• Monitor new technologies that may support the curriculum. 
• Assist in faculty development concerning the operational aspects of simulation.
• Participate in technical trainings and conferences to stay current with simulation technology.

Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Position Details:

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

• Supervision is received from the Associate Director of the Clinical Skills & Simulation Center

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors’ degree in health care, education, communications, or a related field required
• Two years continued use of simulation in healthcare education, research, or administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of education principles; simulation, computer knowledge and computer-based education.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist(CHSOS) or eligible preferred

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

• Use of Clinical Skills & Simulation Center computer and audio/visual system and Educational Management System
• Use of Simulator Technologies
• Use of various office equipment, i.e., copier, fax, shredder, printer, etc.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree-Healthcare Related Degree (Required)

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Skills:

Communication, Computer Literacy, Group Problem Solving, Mathematics

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. 

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all.  We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.