Simulation Technology Specialist - Zamierowski Institute Experiential Learning; ZIEL

Simulation Technology Specialist I – Zamierowski Institute for Experiential Learning (ZIEL)

Position Title:

Simulation Technology Specialist I
Department:
Simulation Operations, Zamierowski Institute for Experiential Learning (ZIEL)
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Hourly

The Zamierowski Institute for Experiential Learning (ZIEL) is a world‑class education and training center for students at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC) and professionals at The University of Kansas Health System (TUKHS). The Simulation Technology Specialist I is an entry‑level technical position that contributes daily to the delivery of the healthcare simulation program. Responsibilities include 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.

• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot simulation equipment, clinical equipment, specialized audiovisual and computer hardware/software, applications, recording systems, and network systems.
• Maintain operating procedures, instructions, and checklists to prepare, set‑up, and clean up simulation and procedural skills events.
• Participate in curriculum design meetings to facilitate technical planning and delivery for simulation activities.
• Work with instructors and facilitators on case development, testing, and running scenarios.
• Program and operate simulator software for physiological response per instructor specifications.
• 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.
• Order supplies and re‑stock inventory after simulation activities.
• Interface with program manufacturers regarding equipment troubleshooting and systems problems, as well as periodic upgrades.
• Maintain records of maintenance and repair.
• Maintain skills and knowledge related to existing and newly acquired technologies.
• Review emergent technologies and make recommendations for purchasing.
• Generate innovative approaches for technology improvement and integration into healthcare education.
• Participate in systems and procedures development. Special technical projects as assigned.

• 4 years of relevant experience (education may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis).
• Experience in resolving operational problems related to technology.

• Experience working in an academic institution.
• Two years of audio/visual experience.
• Experience working in a simulation lab, including experience with simulators, clinical equipment, and software.

• Excellent communication, organizational, computer, and multimedia skills.
• Customer Service skills.
• Time Management skills.

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance, and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer‑paid life insurance and long‑term disability insurance are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave, begins accruing upon hire, with ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months.

A retirement program with generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403(b)) are available.

Pay Range: $24.20 – $35.09 per hour (minimum $24.20, midpoint $29.64, maximum $35.09). Starting salary for this position is $51,500 annually ($24.76 hourly).

To learn more and apply online, visit the KU Medical Center website or search for position number JR009194. Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website; submissions via email or other websites will not be reviewed.

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.

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