Western Governors University · 1 day ago
Simulation Technician - Houston, TX
Greater Houston
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$25.52/hr - $37.01/hr
3+ years expWestern Governors University is committed to expanding access to higher education through innovative online programs. The Simulation Technician will work with the Learning Lab Instructor to facilitate high-fidelity simulation scenarios for nursing students, ensuring the technical setup, operation, maintenance, and support of simulation equipment used in training and education.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Serves as a professional role model for students in dress, communication, deportment, problem solving, care delivery and patient advocacy to facilitate student's socialization into the profession
Demonstrates understanding of and participates in implementation of the philosophy and goals of the nursing program
Gives and accepts feedback on simulation program initiatives to obtain desired outcomes
Supports daily operations of the learning lab
Assists with lab supplies inventory using a simulation center management application
Orients students and faculty to simulation lab
Maintains currency in field
Assesses and communicates supply needs to Supervisor, Lab Faculty
Performs Pre-simulation Activities: Program patient scenarios and setup control room for simulation activity. Prepare scenario props and create scenario moulage. Set up simulation room for simulation scenarios. Assemble pre-simulation learning materials. Set up recording in simulation center management application
Performs Simulation Activities: Pre-brief students, staff, and faculty to simulation environment. Operate simulation console and software. Operate instructional media equipment such as video cameras and audio-visual (AV) distribution. Manipulate simulator during scenario. Record simulation activities in simulation center management application. Assist faculty in monitoring students' safety in learning lab experience. Provide theatrical support (including moulage and voice over) to create realism
Performs Post-simulation Activities: Assist faculty in operating debriefing equipment. Provide feedback for improving simulation experience. Return simulation room to pre-scenario condition. Retrieve non-consumable supplies, repackage, and return to assigned location. Ensure simulation activity recording files are available to faculty for education and training during debrief session
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Basic knowledge of standards and processes within a narrow scope of work
Ability to work with computers (PC or MAC experience required)
Ability to work with Microsoft office programs- Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Ability to work with a simulation center management application
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 manikins
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
A high school diploma or equivalency is required
3 years of professional work experience
Preferred
Vocational or technical education in addition to prior work experience is preferred
Health care and computers/technology experience is preferred
Experience in simulation-based education is preferred
Benefits
Mental healthcare
Retirement savings plan
Wellbeing program
Prorated paid holidays
Accrued sick time
Company
Western Governors University
Western Governors University focuses on improving lives by creating pathways to opportunity for its students.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Kauffman Foundation
2025-05-08Grant
Leadership Team
Stephen Herzig
Vice President of Enterprise Solutions
Kacey Thorne
Senior Director, Academic Strategic Initiatives
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