Simulation Technician in Kamloops, British Columbia at Thompson Rivers University

Applications will be reviewed commencing the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” and may continue until the position is filled.

Internal CUPE applicants must submit their application by 4pm on the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” for their Seniority to be recognized. Applications received after the "closing date for internal CUPE applicants" will be considered alongside external applicants.

The simulation technician will work closely with the Director, Sim Educator, Instructional Support and faculty from the department, providing advice and support in using patient care simulation equipment and operating the respiratory therapy lab. The simulation technician will manage equipment, including: multi-media, computer, and other related resources used in patient care simulation exercises. In addition to this, the technician will be responsible for the setup, routine maintenance, clean up and day to day operations of the Simulation Based Learning Center at Thompson Rivers University Respiratory Therapy Labs.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide technical assistance and oversee lab and simulation equipment, including: preparation, implementation, software installation and configuration, routine maintenance, programming, performance testing, certification and safety monitoring of full-body patient simulators (software and hardware).
2. Maintain other equipment and related multimedia peripherals including digital video recording systems.
3. Develop and maintain web materials to support lab and simulation center activities.
4. Provide A/V capture and delivery of simulation sessions and scenarios.
5. Develop inventory control practices and procedures to manage supply and inventory levels cost effectively.
6. Interact with medical equipment and pharmaceutical vendors to ensure goods and services meet medical training objectives.
7. Obtain bids and make purchasing decisions within delegated authority.
8. Maintain record keeping and ensure that standards are met.
9. Implement hardware and software updates.
10. Work with department and faculty to establish priorities and ensure timelines are met.
11. Demonstrate technical aspects of operating simulators to faculty members and others.
12. Provide summaries of operational expenses, equipment usage and equipment repairs.
13. Collect data and prepare summary reports to support research grants, commercial and special projects.
14. Participate in Quality Assurance/Quality Control programs as required by accreditation/approval standards and University protocols/policy.
15. Perform administrative duties including faxing, photocopying, report processing/filing, distributing results, booking lab and simulation center time, data entry.

REPORTS TO
Director, Simulation Based Learning Centre

EDUCATION

• Grade 12 plus an Associate Degree, 2 year diploma, or equivalent post-secondary education

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.