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OPS SIMULATION TECHNICIAN 

** APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED**

LOCATION:                    Ghazvini Center for Healthcare Education 

DIVISION/SECTION:      Healthcare Professions Division/ Simulation Center 

HIRING SALARY:           $10.35 -$24.87 per hour (salary commensurate with experience) 

HOURS:                          Up to 25 hours a week; Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM.   

CONTACT:                      Heather Hamlin via email at HEATHER.HAMLIN@TCC.FL.EDU

The Simulation Technician will work as part of a team to implement simulation training designed to enhance student learning and promote safety and quality in healthcare. Under the guidance and supervision of the simulation manager, simulation coordinator, and various faculty members, the simulation technician will provide technical and mechanical support for various interdisciplinary healthcare simulations and provide administrative support as needed in the management of student simulation experiences as directed. This includes preparation/set-up of human patient simulators prior to scheduled simulation sessions, clean-up afterwards, and other duties to maintain orderly and optimal function of the simulation center to provide an environment that is conducive to learning and supports the student success.  

MAJOR FUNCTION: Assists with setting up and cleanup of simulation environment prior and after the simulation sessions. Assist in programming simulators and running simulation equipment during simulations including computer hardware, props, EHR, human patient simulators and audio-visual systems. Developing technical proficiency with all aspects of operation, maintenance support, trouble shooting and repair for all equipment. Troubleshooting equipment failure. Coordinating transport of simulation equipment as necessary. Conduct inventory of supplies. Assist with data entry for various record keeping. Create moulage and any other needed materials for the simulation sessions as outlined in the scenarios’ checklists. 

MINIMUM TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT. Technical diploma/certificate or Associate degree in technology or health-related field is preferred. Experience in healthcare and/or direct patient care is preferred. 

PREFERENCE:  Preference will be given to candidates with at least one (1) year experience on high-fidelity simulation training, multimedia equipment, and/or experience with different types of medical equipment.  Computer proficiency in PC and Mac-based software applications is also a plus. 

 ***TCC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/E-VERIFY EMPLOYER ***

The selected candidate identified for this position will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, which may include fingerprinting.   

The College uses E-Verify as part of the I-9 process to verify the work eligibility of all new hires.  Tallahassee Community College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its programs and activities. Inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies may be directed to: Renae Tolson, Equity Officer, Room 239 Administration Building, 444 Appleyard Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32304, (850) 201-6074, tolsonr@tcc.fl.edu  

ALL PERSONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. 

  If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources at (850) 201-8510.

Required Skills Required Experience