Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System · 18 hours ago
Simulation Operations Specialist
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expPenn Medicine is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in medicine. The Simulation Operations Specialist will work with simulation team members and faculty to provide technical expertise and support for simulation activities aimed at education, assessment, and process improvement.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a consultant in the planning and implementation of simulation activities, including the selection of appropriate simulation methodologies based on provided objectives, course planning, delivery, debriefing and documentation
Support simulation activities by anticipating, preparing and providing the appropriate simulator, medical supplies and disposables required based upon provided scenario parameters
Provide technical support during simulated scenarios including operation of digital cameras, video cameras, audio/video mixer, digital/analog converter, web-based session recording software, monitors, LCD projectors as well as other necessary medical equipment
Maintain, troubleshoot and repair computerized manikins (software and hardware), task trainers, virtual reality trainers and related multimedia peripherals
Serve as an operations specialist for simulation-based exercises by programming manikin software, facilitating simulation, pre and debriefing learners. Utilize medical knowledge to model realistic human physiological responses with variable oversight and serve as the 'patient' voice
Manage assets and stock items utilizing online inventory management system, advising administrator on equipment/disposables purchases needed to maintain appropriate inventory
Plan, schedule and track courses to ensure that each has appropriately assigned space, simulation technician and other resources as needed
Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures
Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree is required (Bachelor's Degree Computer Science/IT preferred)
2+ years Advanced computer knowledge is required
Knowledge of simulation services, technologies and applications is required
2+ years AHA instruction experience is required
3+ years Clinical medical knowledge in the paramedic, nursing and/or IT field is preferred
ACLS, BCLS, PALS is required
EMT-P or LPN is preferred
Mastery of basic medical knowledge in order to accurately recreate common clinical scenarios
Knowledge of audio/video equipment and software for recording, duplication, mixing and editing
Knowledge of computer programs, hardware equipment and software applications
Ability to express technical information clearly and simply to non-technical persons
Good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of organizational personnel, staff/faculty and students
Ability to carry out responsibilities in a timely, meticulous and professional manner, demonstrating initiative and creativity
Experience with Knowledge link course building and registration workflow and scheduling
Ability to work well under pressure, set priorities and make critical decisions
Technologically agile, ability to learn new software and hardware quickly and independently
In-Situ simulation experience, with varying degrees of fidelity
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments
Knowledge of Simulation system equipment (Laerdal, Gaumard, CAE, B-line)
Debriefing educational experience – coursework
Self-motivated and require minimal supervision with the ability to work as a team member
Ability to assess, troubleshoot and fix equipment failures in a timely fashion
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree Computer Science/IT
3+ years Clinical medical knowledge in the paramedic, nursing and/or IT field
EMT-P or LPN
Experience using medical simulators such as those manufactured by Laerdal
Benefits
Comprehensive compensation and benefits program
Prepaid tuition assistance programs
Company
Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
Penn Medicine is a world leader in academic medicine, setting the standard for cutting-edge research, compassionate patient care, and the education of future health care professionals.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$70.9MKey Investors
BIRD FoundationWarren Alpert FoundationNational Cancer Institute
2025-01-22Grant
2023-01-03Grant· $9.7M
2022-08-18Grant· $5.7M
Leadership Team
Kevin Mahoney
Chief Executive Officer of University of Pennsylvania Health System
John Donohue
Vice President, Enterprise Services
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