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WGU is hiring a Simulation Technician. This role involves supporting the daily operations of the clinical learning lab, orienting students and faculty to the simulation lab, providing technical support, and ensuring the simulation activities run smoothly. The technician will handle tasks from programming patient scenarios to post-simulation cleanups and will be essential in improving the simulation experience.

Highlights

Oversee daily operations of the clinical learning lab
Program patient scenarios and setup control room for simulation activities
Operate simulation console and software
Provide technical and theatrical support during simulations
PC or MAC experience required; proficiency with Microsoft Office
Pay Range: $24.56 - $35.62 per hour
Associates or Bachelor's degree OR 3 years equivalent work experience
Benefits include mental healthcare, retirement savings plan, and discounted tuition
Part-time position with flexible scheduling

Simulation Technician Full Description

Home Office

Part time

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Pay Range: $24.56 - $35.62

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

This position is located ONSITE in Indianapolis, Indiana

Supports daily operations of clinical learning lab Orient students and faculty to simulation lab Provides technical support to students Maintains currency in field  Assess and communicates supply needs to Clinical Learning Lab Coordinator Pre-simulation Activities: Program patient scenarios and setup control room for simulation activity Prepare scenario props and create scenario moulage Assemble pre-simulation learning materials Assist in creating documentation for scenario Simulation Activities: Pre-brief students, staff, and faculty Operate simulation console and software Manipulate simulator during scenario Record simulation activities in approved format (.mov, .flv, .avi, .mp4, .wmv) Assist faculty in managing recording equipment Assist faculty in monitoring students' safety Provide theatrical support (including moulage and voice over) Post-simulation Activities: Operate debriefing equipment Provide feedback for improving simulation experience Return simulation lab to pre-scenario condition Salvage re-usable supplies and repackage Provide required recorded scenarios, in approved format, to WGU staff within 24 hours of a simulation assessment

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
Ability to work with computers (PC or MAC experience required)
Ability to work with Microsoft office programs- Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Ability to work in fast paced environment
Ability to work flexible schedule (early mornings, late evenings may be required)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience working in simulation lab with mannequins
Excellent organizational skills and ability to think logically and follow directions
Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems
Commitment to utilizing simulation methodology in learning and its ability to transform nursing education
Comfortable with technology, willing to learn

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

This position is located ONSITE in Indianapolis, Indiana

Associates or Bachelor's degree OR 3 year equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Interest in health care and computers/technology helpful

Working Conditions

#LI-TW1 #LI=ONSITE

Position & Application DetailsPart-Time Intermittent Positions (classified as intermittent and less than 30 standard weekly hours): This is a part-time, intermittent position (classified to work less than 30 SWH) that may be eligible for mental healthcare; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. #DEI

Original Job Description

Home Office

Part time

Job Description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

This position is located ONSITE in Indianapolis, Indiana

Supports daily operations of clinical learning lab Orient students and faculty to simulation lab Provides technical support to students Maintains currency in field  Assess and communicates supply needs to Clinical Learning Lab Coordinator Pre-simulation Activities: Program patient scenarios and setup control room for simulation activity Prepare scenario props and create scenario moulage Assemble pre-simulation learning materials Assist in creating documentation for scenario Simulation Activities: Pre-brief students, staff, and faculty Operate simulation console and software Manipulate simulator during scenario Record simulation activities in approved format (.mov, .flv, .avi, .mp4, .wmv) Assist faculty in managing recording equipment Assist faculty in monitoring students' safety Provide theatrical support (including moulage and voice over) Post-simulation Activities: Operate debriefing equipment Provide feedback for improving simulation experience Return simulation lab to pre-scenario condition Salvage re-usable supplies and repackage Provide required recorded scenarios, in approved format, to WGU staff within 24 hours of a simulation assessment

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
Ability to work with computers (PC or MAC experience required)
Ability to work with Microsoft office programs- Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Ability to work in fast paced environment
Ability to work flexible schedule (early mornings, late evenings may be required)
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience working in simulation lab with mannequins
Excellent organizational skills and ability to think logically and follow directions
Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems
Commitment to utilizing simulation methodology in learning and its ability to transform nursing education
Comfortable with technology, willing to learn

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

#LI-TW1 #LI=ONSITE

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

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