Simulation Laboratory Coordinator

Job Summary

The Simulation Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the simulation center. The Simulation Laboratory Coordinator oversees the preparation, maintenance, inventory, and operation of all simulation equipment/supplies and collaborates with faculty to design, plan, implement, and schedule simulation activities. The coordinator ensures adherence to program policies, course objectives, program outcomes, and current simulation best practices and safety measures. Occasional evening or weekend shifts may be required.

• Coordinate and supervise the general operation of the simulation laboratory/center to provide a wide variety of patient simulation experiences.
• Act as the primary contact for scheduling all medical center, university schools, departments, and external clients utilizing the simulation center.
• Coordinate workflow between departments.
• Oversee the regular maintenance and repair of all simulation equipment, including:
  • Human patient simulators (HPS), computers, monitors and a variety of clinical medical equipment.
  • Audiovisual and debriefing systems.
  • Surgical simulators.
  • Virtual reality laboratory computers and other equipment.
• Communicate effectively with manufacturers regarding maintenance, repair updates, and technology changes.
• Coordinate upgrades to software and equipment as needed.
• Provide technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals, including:
  • Beds/examination tables, headwalls, patient monitors, and other health care equipment
  • Medication dispensing systems
  • Vital sign monitors
• Organize and restock simulation laboratory supplies.
• Oversee the setup and take-down of simulation laboratory equipment, allowing for rapid turnover of simulation lab setup as necessary.
• Monitor and prepare laboratory budget.
• Provide recommendations for equipment and supply purchases, anticipating future changes in technology.
• Ensure safety for all users.
• Maintain laboratory to meet regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate effectively with faculty from the following departments (add in relevant departments e.g., Anesthesiology, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, EMT, CNA, etc.).
• Incorporate best practice and evidence-based research in program development with a focus on standardization and efficiencies across the healthcare continuum.
• Assist in the development and implementation of curricula for Pre-Medicine, Nursing, and allied health training programs, including the development of simulation components for staff and student competency training.
• Participate in faculty and department meetings to assist with the development and implementation of simulation experiences.
• Communicate effectively with all simulation laboratory educators, administrative staff, and technical support staff.
• Create a positive work environment demonstrating leadership and supervision for simulation center staff.
• Complete staff reviews.
• Coordinate training for all users of the simulation laboratory, including faculty.
• Provide orientation to new simulation lab staff and oversee their training.
• Coordinate simulation center schedule (including OSCE, sim, and classroom) in compliance with simulation center policies, working to prevent scheduling conflicts.
• Schedule simulation laboratory staff to support learning activities.
• Network with other lab/simulation coordinators at the local/state/national level to develop and utilize best practices.
• Coordinate the collection of data for ongoing research or grant requirements.
• Coordinate the setup and maintenance of computer-based training programs.
• Maintain learner confidentiality.
• Hire, train, and schedule Standardized Patients.
• Coordinate center tours.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Graduate degree with a major in Nursing; if the graduate degree is not nursing, then a minimum of BSN.
• Arizona RN
• BLS…