Senior Simulation Specialist

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Advanced degree in health, science, medical education, or related field and five years relevant experience (e.g. MD, RN, NP, PNP, NP, PA, RT, EMT)

At least 5 years of experience in acute clinical care in the field of obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, or a related field

At least 5 years of experience in healthcare education using simulation as a learning methodology

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

Bachelor’s degree in health care science and five years relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.

At least 2 years of experience in acute clinical care in the field of obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, or a related field

At least 3 years of experience in healthcare education using simulation as a learning methodology

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Demonstrated ability to oversee the development and implementation of simulation education programs.
• Knowledge of, and having participated in, developing and teaching education programs.
• Demonstrated ability and knowledge of relevant simulation technology and experience running simulation activities.
• Excellent facilitation and oral and written communication skills. ability to prepare clear and concise reports and deliver formal presentations or training to senior management and other audiences.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and customer service orientation, with ability to be flexible in responding to customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships internally and externally with colleagues, stakeholders, faculty and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize resources and personnel for program planning and implementation.
• Acute or critical care experience in obstetric, pediatric and/or neonatal patient populations, or related field
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to handle all situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
• Strong supervision/management and staff development experience.
• Understanding of the tenets of simulation-based training
• Ability to leverage clinical experience and skills as a simulation-based instructor to define clear and concise learning objectives and design scenarios appropriate for the target learner audience
• Experience with organizational behavior, especially the ability to interact and collaborate successfully with professionals as well as laypersons
• Ability to multi-task in order to simultaneously and rapidly respond to learners’ actions during scenarios and address any issues arising with simulator and medical equipment and audiovisual technologies
• Skill and flexibility to play the role(s) needed to support learning programs
• Ability to analyze current curriculum offerings, identify opportunities where simulation is most appropriate and collaborate with faculty and staff to improve and develop new programs that deliver value and contribute to the financial sustainability of CAPE
• Knowledge of and experience with the art and science of debriefing
• Ability to integrate expertise into grant applications, research studies and marketing efforts that will contribute to the growth and financial sustainability of CAPE
• Proficiency with both Mac and Windows platforms
• Ability to work in a small collaborative group to complete projects
• Ability to adapt to changes in amount of time devoted to core duties based on CAPE needs

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

Current licensure in field of health care science preferred

Current NRP Provider and/or Instructor status preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently stand/walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, twist/bend/stoop/squat, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally kneel/crawl, use a telephone, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, reach/work above shoulders, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds.
• Rarely climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Additional PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May require extended or unusual work hours based on training and research requirements and business needs.

Additional WORKING CONDITIONS:

May travel locally, nationally, or internationally.