Merrimack College · 13 hours ago
Simulation Technician
North Andover, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expMerrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education seeking to hire a Simulation Technician for the Department of Nursing. The role involves providing technical and operational support for laboratories and simulation activities, ensuring a high-quality simulation experience, and assisting with simulation accreditation.
Education
Responsibilities
Implements, operates, and participates in simulation activities to guarantee a high quality, safe, and consistent simulation experience in the Merrimack College Nursing Center Simulation labs
Responsible for the preparation, setup, and disassembly of the necessary equipment and supplies for each activity
Performs day-to-day maintenance and cleansing of equipment, simulators, trainers, and simulation rooms
Prepares, programs and operates simulation equipment, and audiovisual systems during simulation events, including maintaining simulators, task trainers, simulation rooms, and other equipment/props in functioning order through monitoring of appropriate use
Troubleshoot simulation software, hardware, and network connectivity issues when needed
Provides direct support for the inventory system by ensuring that the inventory is kept up to date with our current offerings and inventory on hand
Communicates with the Lab and Simulation Coordinator of Nursing, regarding low stock and verifying supply counts for equipment
Leads the daily restocking process for all 'on hand' supplies housed in each of the learning spaces
Provides support and backup in operating simulation equipment or the simulation capture system during the activity
Assists with coordinating regular maintenance and repair for all lab simulation equipment
Assists and collaborates with the Lab and Simulation Coordinator to help provide learner and faculty orientation to the simulation lab environment, manikins, equipment, supplies, monitors, among others
Participates in nursing simulation lab training to remain competent in operating the nursing simulation lab equipment and standards of best practice in simulation education delivery
Provide campus tours and community outreach events as requested
Performs other related duties as required
Collects and maintains clinical and educational simulation data for analysis and research
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of apple and google applications, and internet database applications
Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to simulator functions
Knowledge of audio/video equipment and software for recording, duplication, mixing, and editing
Ability to learn new hardware and software quickly and independently
Self motivated and ability to work effectively in a team environment
A background in computer science, technology, or other related field, and one year of related work experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Associate Degree Required
Must be able to independently move equipment (less than 25 lbs.) and move manikins (less than 50 lbs.) with the assistance of others
Preferred
Bachelor Degree preferred
Previous experience in a simulation lab is preferred
Knowledge of Medical equipment is a plus
Certified as a Healthcare Simulation Operation Specialist (CHSOS) from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, OR commitment to obtain certification within 24 months of employment
Company
Merrimack College
Merrimack College is a private college in the Roman Catholic, Augustinian tradition located in North Andover, Massachussets
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.5MKey Investors
National Science FoundationMassachusetts Life Sciences Center
2020-08-18Grant· $1M
2017-04-17Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Allison Gill Ed.d
Senior Vice President of Student Affairs and Success/ Chief Operating Officer
Courtney Johanson
Senior Vice President of Institutional Advancement, Marketing & CMO
Recent News
2025-05-28
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