Simulation Specialist - Healthcare Simulation Center

Job Description Summary

The work of the Simulation Specialist will originate from the MUSC HSC Operations Manager and Senior Simulation Specialist. The Simulation Specialist reports to the MUSC HSC Operations Manager
The Simulation Specialist will adhere to all deadlines, particularly when related to simulation activities. The Simulation Specialist will interface with many individuals, including faculty, trainees, technical and administrative personnel from MUSC and external clients.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Classified

Cost Center

CC000982 COM MUSC Healthcare Simulation Center CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

University-05

Pay Range

39,764.00 - 56,670.00 - 73,576.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Performing room setup according to established best practices, protocols and set up guides,

• Verifying all required scenarios, simulators, required equipment and materials are present and working properly for each activity.

• Performing room take-down, ensuring room cleanliness and proper equipment and material storage.

• Answering calls for technical support in a timely manner.

• Operating and troubleshooting simulators (including manikins and task trainers), simulated monitors, simulation software, and other related equipment and materials.

• Performing preventive maintenance and minor repairs on simulators in accordance with manufacturers’ best practice.

• Assisting with training facilitators on the safe, proper use of simulators, peripheral equipment, software, simulated medications, and other materials used during simulation-based activities. 

• Provide excellent service, supporting faculty, staff, facilitators, learners, and visitors engaged in MUSC HSC activities.

1.  Perform error- free room setup and takedown, maintain clean and functioning facilities, and ensure properly functioning equipment, scenarios, and simulation environments according to best practices, protocols, and set-up guides. Directly support the creation, implementation, and quality improvement of all simulation activities within the MUSC Healthcare Simulation Center, including in situ simulations outside of the center. (35%) 

2.  Work directly and communicate effectively with faculty and staff from across the MUSC enterprise, external clients, and all members of the MUSC Healthcare Simulation Center staff to ensure high quality, successful simulation experiences for all learners and facilitators. Provide prompt technical support for facilitators and learners. Assist with training facilitators on the safe, proper use of simulators, peripheral equipment, software, simulated medications, and other materials used during simulation-based activities. (25%) 

3.  Maintain, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on a wide range of healthcare simulation equipment, including simulators, simulated monitors, simulation software, and other related equipment and materials in accordance with manufacturers’ best practices.  (20%) 

4.  Prioritize, anticipate, and recommend supplies and equipment needed to implement high quality simulation activities. Maintain an orderly workroom and storage areas to ensure ready access to all equipment and supplies needed to ensure high quality simulation activities. (15%) 

5. Perform other duties as assigned, including assisting with special projects, and giving scheduled tours of the HSC (5%) 

Additional Requirements: 

Primarily M-F work schedule, but occasionally will be required to work Saturday (with another workday off that week) depending on class schedule. Some flexibility in the start/stop time of work for each day will be required due to varied times of the courses on the schedule for the day at the simulation center.  Complete 6-month probationary period following prescribed Orientation/Training Program. 

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and two years experience or training within the specific work area. Some positions require certification in CPR by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association. (4426 Dental Hygienist II) An associate degree in dental hygiene and licensure by the South Carolina State Board of Dentistry. Certification in Radiation Safety required for positions responsible for dental x-rays. (Special Hire Rate - $37,468)

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50# , unassisted. Ability to lift/carry patients to 350# (+/-), assisted. Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 36 inches, to 50#, unassisted. Ability to lower objects, to 50#, from height of 36 inches, unassisted. Ability to push/pull objects to 350#(+/-), unassisted. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Additional New Requirements: Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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