Simulations Operations Specialist - Livingston at RWJBarnabas Health – West Orange, New Jersey

Job Title: Specialist

Location: SBC Corporation

Department Name: Develop Innovation & Research

Req #: 0000234025

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $28.00 - $36.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Under the direction of the Director of Simulation, the Simulation Operations Specialist will provide technical and mechanical support for The Institute for Nursing Excellence simulation center. Using industry standards and established best practice, this individual will be responsible for the audiovisual equipment, inventory, support, maintenance and setup, computer software support, as well as the care of the manikins and other equipment used in the simulation program.

Qualifications:

A minimum of one-year experience a) working with patient simulation services, technologies and applications, computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to simulator functions OR b) providing direct patient care (i,e, Paramedic, medic, EMT, emergency tech, CNA, Respiratory Therapist, RN, LPN, or hospital technician)

Possess a basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology

Proficient in Computer skills and Microsoft Software

Effective written and oral communication skills

The ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of people

Attention to detail and follow through

Combination of education, training and/or experience which can be demonstrated to result in possession of the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of this position

Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) preferred (or ability to obtain within 2 years of hire)

Responsibilities:

Maintains current knowledge of simulation/lab equipment catalogs and operation

Manuals.

Programs simulator software to model simulator's physiological response to instructor

Specifications.

Operates patient simulators and cameras for the duration of simulations.

Operates and maintains audio-visual and debriefing systems.

Sets up and takes down simulation laboratory equipment.

May involve rapid turnover of simulation lab set up.

Maintains and repairs all simulation equipment, including patient simulators, computers, monitors and a variety of medical equipment.

Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and contacts vendors as needed.

Prepares daily simulation and classroom calendars.

Ensures all rooms are setup according to need.

Communicates effectively with faculty, administrative staff and other simulation center

Staff.

Communicates effectively with manufactures regarding maintenance, repairs, updates

and technology changes.

Collaborates with supervisor to organize, maintain and restock skills lab and simulation

laboratory supplies.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer