Job Description
Simulation Assistant University of San Francisco R0012334 Sacramento Campus Job Title: Simulation Assistant Job Summary: The role of the Office Assistant IV (OAIV) - Simulation Technician is to set up, operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and in some cases do basic repairs of simulation equipment (defined as hospital-type equipment used in simulation activities, and AV/IT equipment used in simulation activities). The OAIV - Simulation Technician assists simulation director in orienting faculty and learners in the use of technical equipment used in simulation. In addition, assists in operational activities such as staff and maintenance scheduling, and inventory/purchasing functions. The OAIV - Simulation Technician is familiar with the various modalities of simulation education and has a working knowledge of simulation educational principles; thus is able to assist in the development, setup, and delivery, and takedown of simulation education sessions. They will also assist in staff on-boarding and other activities as required. Full Job Description: Key Accountabilities: Simulation Equipment Sets up and uses functionality of equipment as appropriate for the requirements of each simulation activity and overall activities of the center. Maintains storage areas to a high standard; selects appropriate storage areas for equipment. Maintains the clinical and educational equipment to a high standard including cleaning and basic maintenance. Attends vendor training sessions, conferences, etc. for training on simulation, hospital, and AV/IT equipment . Operates and is able to troubleshoot hospital equipment used in the simulation/in situ environment (beds, pumps, ventilators, etc.). Control, program, maintain, and troubleshoot patient simulators (voice and physiological parameters) during scenario-based training sessions, open days, and demonstrations. Maintains an equipment inventory and schedule of maintenance and technical activities. Maintains equipment including routine cleaning and care, advanced maintenance (including parts repair and replacement), and coordinates with vendors to send equipment for repair/servicing when needed. Simulation Environment Sets up using appropriate checklists for environment/simulation. Operates equipment/AV system in rooms including equipment, supplies, moulage, etc. for simulation activities Take down and debriefing Audiovisual equipment/LMS Has knowledge of LMS (Laerdal Medical Systems) and AV systems and can assist and advise clinical educators to maximize use. Oversees installation, installs, tests, and operates IT and AV equipment and software or delegates to appropriate technicians. Operates AV/LMS systems in context of overall simulation infrastructure. Operates AV system components/functions including cameras, recording/playback, exporting, etc.; troubleshoots AV system; understands interface with hospital AV systems. Operates AV systems remotely and uses mobile AV systems. Script or scenario Involved with scenario planning and design and can give advice on the integrity of the scenario by contributing to testing. Assists with the running of scenarios including directing and coordination of scenarios. May be involved with the educational aspects of scenarios including debriefing/feedback. Instructs actors or acts during scenarios; acts as voice of manikin during scenarios. Quality Assurance Under the direction of the Simulation Director, maintains systems, staff availability and scheduling, and equipment to a high standard. Under the direction of the Simulation Director, ensures compliance with the legal and regulatory. Actively involved in implementing quality improvement programs using simulation to promote standards and policies. Inventory Control/Purchasing Maintains stock levels to meet maintenance needs. Makes recommendations for the purchase of equipment, supplies, and materials required for simulation-based sessions to the Director of Simulation. Advisory Introduces to instructors the different modalities of simulation training to meet learning objectives appropriate to selected learners - mannequin, part task trainer, SP, etc. Advises instructors during the design and running of scenarios. Assists with other staff from the simulation team to develop training programs and clinical scenarios. Involv