Simulation Center Director

Develops, promotes, and implements pediatric clinical skills training, using simulation technology and standardized patient methodology to promote pediatric education, healthcare quality, and patient safety among all healthcare professionals at Arkansas Children's, whose education in pediatrics is essential to the health of children in Arkansas.

1. Develops quality improvement processes that include goals and performance targets.

2. Leads and supports ongoing activities that promote safe practices and a safe environment.

3. Holds self and staff accountable for assigned duties as reflected in performance evaluation processes.

4. Responsible for Talent Management - Building Effective Teams by attracting highly skilled workers, integrating new staff to their jobs and into the organization, and developing and retaining skilled workers to meet current and future business objectives.

5. Prepares, justifies and administers departmental and program budget.

6. Maximizes and manages allocated resources to achieve desired departmental and program results (staffing, space, equipment and supplies).

7. Leads strategies to improve financial performance for assigned areas and hospital, including expenses, revenue and productivity.

8. Responsible for Center Program Development and Curriculum.

9. Oversees Center Operations and has full authority of personnel actions.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) - Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSIH) - Must obtain within 6 months of hire
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• High School Diploma/GED and 7 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role. In lieu of a High School Diploma/GED, 9 years of experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.