Simulation Technician

KEY FUNCTION:

Provide technical support for simulation operations, including the maintenance and repair of computerized manikins and task trainers, as well as the planning, execution, and evaluation of simulation activities.

REPORTING:

Under the general direction of the Manager, Simulation Laboratory.

DUTIES:

1. Provide daily logistical support for simulation activities, including preparing, setting up, and tearing down all skills and simulation areas.
2. Set up and operate healthcare and simulation equipment for clinical activities within the Simulation Lab and in-hospital departments.
3. Operate and troubleshoot simulation control room equipment (e.g., cameras, audio systems and debriefing software) during live simulation events.
4. Act as an embedded participant or confederate (e.g., patient, family member, or healthcare team member) during scenarios to support learning objectives.
5. Apply moulage to simulators, task trainers and standardized patients to add realism to simulation activities as required.
6. Conduct routine checks, maintenance, and repairs on healthcare and simulation equipment; assist in the basic fabrication, 3D printing, or customization of task trainers and scenario props to support operational needs.
7. Source and manage medical supplies needed to facilitate or enhance delivery of simulation.
8. Provide technical assistance, support, and training to faculty, instructors, learners, and staff in the use of simulation equipment.
9. Communicate with equipment manufacturers regarding equipment updates, maintenance, troubleshooting and system problems.
10. Maintain the lab consumable inventory, medical gases, and healthcare and simulation supplies.
11. Wash and sterilize surgical instruments used in skills lab.
12. Maintain general cleanliness, organization and tidiness of the simulation lab.
13. Perform annual inventory.
14. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
15. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
16. Contribute to learner development by providing academic support, mentorship, preceptorship and supervision as required.
17. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the workplace.
18. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
19. Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

1. Minimum of a three (3) year Diploma in Health Sciences, Information Technology (IT), Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
2. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a healthcare, medical simulation, clinical education, or healthcare IT/biomedical environment.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrated willingness to learn and troubleshoot simulators, manikin software, AV/IT systems, wired and wireless networks.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.
3. Demonstrated critical thinking, judgment and analytical skills.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of communicable disease protocols and infection prevention measures relevant to healthcare environments.
5. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of quality improvement methodology for process improvement.
6. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
7. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and patient information systems.
8. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
9. Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
10. Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
11. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

1. Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with healthcare providers and faculty.
2. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
3. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
4. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
5. Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
6. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
7. Ability to travel between local sites.
8. Demonstrated ability to work outside regular work hours as required.

Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.