South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) seeks highly motivated and qualified candidates to fill a part-time vacancy as a Healthcare Simulation Technician in Allied Health.

This position supports the College’s mission to support student success in post-secondary academia transfer and workforce education that meets the needs of the South Sound region. This is achieved by supporting efforts to implement, administer, and coordinate instruction with students, staff, and the public regarding the content, policies, procedures, and activities of the Allied Health programs, in addition to ensuring compliance with all state and federal accrediting bodies.

South Puget Sound Community College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff. A firm understanding of anti racist policy development coupled with the skills to eliminate barriers that harm underrepresented people is a college requirement. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds. On average, 43% of SPSCC students are people of color. We strongly encourage members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.

And if that isn't enough? We also offer:

• A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs
• Fine dining in the Percival Room, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices as part of our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs
• The Clipper Coffee Corner serving Batdorf & Bronson coffee and a selection of delicious food items from our baking/culinary students
• A brand new Health & Wellness Center
• FREE Bus service every 15 minutes to downtown Olympia and beyond
• FREE parking on our campuses – permits are not required
• On-campus child care
• Percival Creek which runs beneath our campus footbridge, provides year-round beauty and views of Chinook, Coho, and chum salmon pass through each fall
• Many walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved sidewalks
• SPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events on campus
• Lots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series, which are FREE for staff and faculty
• Many community events in the Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer SPSCC employees an opportunity to gather and connect around issues that define them personally and affect their work at the College, as well as their professional development. Current Employee Resource Groups include:
  • Staff and Faculty of Color (SFOC) ERG - an employee network which strives to create an intentional and relational foundation for community and trust building across different groups through shared values.
  • The LGBTQIA+ ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and community, and work towards greater equity and accessibility.

Essential Function- Simulation Center Configuration & Simulation Support

Tasks include:

• Prepares, maintains, cleans, and resets simulation labs with specified supplies, equipment, and support materials for learning activities.
• Prepares, maintains, cleans simulation manikins, tasks trainers, and equipment.
• Provides general support, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair to equipment used in the simulation center.
• Inspects simulation equipment regularly and communicates needs to the Lab Manager to maintain optimal functionality.
• Supports all simulation center users in the safe and appropriate use of specialized equipment and resources within the center.
• Monitors supply use and reports needs to the Lab Manager.
• Ensures labs and storage areas are maintained in a clean, secure, and orderly manner, in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assists in the maintenance of routine records, updating databases, and analyzing routine data/information as required.
• Assists with skills labs as required
• Changes and launders linen, on site, as needed.

Essential Function: Simulation Operations

Tasks include:

• Operates a variety of equipment/software, and participates in simulation scenarios under the guidance of faculty and the Lab Manager during class times.
• Prepares simulation environment according to the Simulation Program and scenario specifics.
• Researches, creates, applies, and removes moulage/staging effects specific to simulation scenarios to increase realism.
• Demonstrates understanding of Simulation Program scenarios, policies, and procedures.
• Provides general support, real-time troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills for simulation technologies and equipment. Reports issues to the Lab Manager.
• Contributes to and maintains simulation technology-related documentation.
• Assists with simulation-based patient safety and quality improvement projects as needed.

Essential Function: Other Tasks include:

• Complies with Society Simulation in Healthcare Code of Ethics.
• Keeps professionally current by participating in professional development and other activities.
• Participates in team meetings and collaborates with the team to achieve program outcomes.
• Demonstrates a general knowledge of adult education theory.
• Maintains an understanding of education principles, regulations, and standards/best practices.
• Demonstrates multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations) and creates an educational and work environment that affirms commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Completes other general duties, reports, and paperwork assigned within the designated timeframe.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Highly organized and self-directed
• Strong technical and computer skills
• Aptitude for learning new equipment, software, and specialized technologies
• Must be able to lift approximately 30 lbs without assistance and stand/walk for extended periods
• Able to move inside the workspace to access equipment and traverse between different workspaces to support simulation activities and perform other duties
• Able to push/pull equipment up to 100 lbs
• Able to kneel/bend to retrieve and move materials
• Able to work in a stationary position
• Strong Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and student success
• Strong aptitude for attention to detail and accuracy of information
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluation situations, solving problems, and making decisions. Ability to handle all situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and professionally
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, priorities, and changing deadlines, and accommodate numerous interruptions
• Collaborative in a multi-staff team environment
• Ability to safely function in the lab/simulation settings under the direction of the simulation lab manager or nurse educator
• General knowledge of relevant health professions’ principles and practices.
• Understanding of basic infection prevention/control strategies
• General knowledge of medical terminology
• Supports the college's mission by creating a work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree OR
  • Two (2) years of experience in IT or Healthcare Simulation
  • One (1) year of experience in healthcare
  • Combined equivalent education/experience.
• Advanced knowledge and experience working with a range of complex technologies and software
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evening and weekend hours
• Experience with communication and learning strategies to meet the needs of diverse student populations
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) certification OR
  • Willingness to obtain within 3 years of hire

Applications must be completed online and include the following attachments:

1. Cover letter addressed to the Screening Committee, highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities and competencies described in the job posting.
2. Current Resume showing all educational and professional experience, which demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.

Top candidates will be notified directly to interview for this position. Selection will be based on the applicant's knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed in this job posting as identified in the materials requested above. Applications with comments directing the reader to see attachments will be considered incomplete.

Veterans Preference
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wishing to claim Veterans Preference should redact their personally identifiable information from a copy of their United States Department of Veterans Affairs honorable discharge documentation and email to sbutler-hill@spscc.edu with the job number for which they are applying in the subject line.

Condition of Employment
Employment with the college is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. Any adverse information will be considered on a case-by-case basis and does not automatically preclude a candidate from employment.

Conditions of Part-Time Employment
Non-permanent employees under the provisions of WAC 357-19-435 are only authorized to work up to a maximum of 1,050 hours in any twelve (12) consecutive-month period from the original date of hire. Employment with the college could end at any time.

South Puget Sound Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator
South Puget Sound Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). SPSCC provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, Samantha Dotson, Executive Human Resource Officer /Title IX Coordinator, 360-596-5361, ssoto@spscc.edu, Building 25, Room 220, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512; South Puget Sound Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.

Applicants needing accommodation in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (360) 596-5500.