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Health Simulation Technician

Employer
Northcentral Technical College
Location
Wausau, WI

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College
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Position Description

Reporting Relationship: Accountable to the Learning Coordinator, School of Health

The typical schedule will be Monday through Friday, eight work hours per day with an unpaid lunch, as assigned by the supervisor. While these hours are typical, they may be subject to change as workload and needs of leadership, program and work areas, students and customers change.

Position Summary: Serve as a Health Simulation Technician providing direct support to faculty and leadership for simulation activities, and divisional support within and outside classroom and laboratory settings. The Simulation Technician specializes in both the technologies and methods used in the planning, preparation, and execution of simulation-based healthcare training and education events.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Maintain, operate and utilize specialty simulation equipment, and ensure all related equipment is updated and in good working order.
  • Serve as simulator operator running, preparing and maintaining simulation scenarios and schedules in a variety of Health programs.
  • Equipment set-up and breakdown including moulage requested simulations, set up supplies, materials and cleaning of simulators.
  • Provide technology management, maintenance, technical support, troubleshooting and implementation within Simulation Center.
  • Facilitate the repairs of, cleaning and maintenance and orderly storage of equipment.
  • Acquire, maintain, and distribute Health-related equipment, supplies and resources for utilization at Wausau, and outlying campus locations, or other educational sites, as directed.
  • Provide training and serve as a technology and simulation best practice resource for all Health programs utilizing the Simulation Center.
  • Develop and recommend opportunities of continuous improvement of processes (spreadsheets, databases, inventory and other departmental tools) technology use/advancements, new trends, training opportunities, etc.
  • Participate in program team meetings and continuously collaborate with Health faculty.
  • Coordinate with instructors and leadership to setup major activities and events for students and rental/contractual agreements.
  • Assemble and position equipment and materials in support of program and contractual/rental training events and operate and maintain needed equipment as determined during the event.
  • Schedule, plan and promote simulations activities and special events for community such as K-12 events, tours, contests, seminars, etc.
  • Track, schedule and drive Health mobile lab(s) for routine maintenance and repairs.
  • Collaborate with team on planning, purchasing, maintenance and inventory management and ordering of needed equipment and supplies.
  • Prepare, organize, and monitor work orders and status (i.e.; New School Dude/IT Help Desk).
  • Maintain current knowledge of organizational procedures, policies, practices, and keep apprised of all emerging technologies affecting simulation, and participate in technical training.
  • Other duties as assigned.

    • This list of typical duties and responsibilities is not inclusive. Any other duties and responsibilities assigned by leadership of similar nature requiring similar relative skills and capabilities may be assigned.

    Qualifications

    Associate Degree in area of health sciences and/or technology and two years of experience working in a simulation lab with mannequins and simulation software, preferred. A minimum of two years of Healthcare related experience with one year post-secondary education. Additional appropriate experience will be considered as an equivalent to one year of post-secondary education. This position must demonstrate the ability to assume responsibility without direct supervision, exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of authority. Must be detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills.

  • Able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work with computers, computer software and technological equipment
  • Knowledge of tools and equipment used in public safety programs
  • Able to communicate well and function effectively in a team environment
  • Able to work independently and be self-motivated
  • Able to personally organize, schedule, and prioritize work based on schedule and independently developed identification of needs
  • Ability to multi-task and trouble shoot
  • Hold a valid Wisconsin driver’s license upon employment with the ability to meet NTC’s insurance carrier’s criteria
    • Physical Demands

    Working Activity:

    6 to 8 hours: Working indoors4 to 5 hours: Grasping, performing repetitive movements, reaching, standing 1 to 3 hours: Balancing, bending, climbing, driving, kneeling, pulling, pushing, sitting, twisting, walking, working outdoorsLess than 1 hour: Crawling, working at heights, working in temperature extremes Lifting and Carrying:

    Less than 10 pounds: 15 or more repetitions per hour10 to 20 pounds: 10-15 repetitions per hour20-50 pounds: 1-10 repetition(s) per hour 50-100 pounds: 1-10 repetition(s) per hourMore than 100 pounds with help: Less than 1 repetition per hour Additional Physical Requirements:

    Vision: Adequate with aid to read instructions, labels, documents, computer screens, and differentiate between colors. Hearing: Adequate with aid to understand oral requests, telephone conversation, and PA systems. Required Employee Program Safety Training:

    AED/CPR, Bloodborne Pathogen, Chemical Hygiene, Emergency Eye Wash, Emergency Procedures, Ergonomics (office/workplace), and Slips, Trips and Falls.

    Organization

    Working at Northcentral Technical College

    NTC is a customer-focused, accessible provider of innovative lifelong learning that builds a globally competitive workforce. The College’s 5,900 square mile, 10-county district includes six convenient campus locations in Wausau, Antigo, Medford, Phillips, Spencer, and Wittenberg, as well as a Public Safety Center of Excellence in Merrill, a Wood Technology Center of Excellence in Antigo, an Apprenticeship Center of Excellence in Wausau and an Agriculture Center of Excellence just north of the Wausau Campus in the Town of Maine. The Wausau Campus also features a Center for Health Sciences, Center for Business & Industry and an Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Center of Excellence. 

    2012 marks the centennial anniversary of Northcentral Technical College, recently named the 21st fastest growing community/technical college in the nation by Community College Week magazine. The College currently offers over 150 associate degree programs, technical diploma programs and short- term certificate options, with many credits transferring to Wisconsin’s four-year public and private colleges, creating a seamless path for lifelong learning. Through a variety of flexible course options (www.ntc.edu/flex), NTC is providing an additional opportunity for learners to receive a degree or certification through flexible learning opportunities including late starts, a new Virtual College and winterim courses. Additional services include programming in ELL, Adult Basic Education, and HSED/ GED, as well as a learning center and testing center.

    NTC is also closely connected to the local business community through the training and development of incumbent workers. The College’s Business & Industry Solutions team works with local businesses to offer customized training, technical assistance and professional development opportunities. NTC’s Continuing Education team provides educational offerings designed to help individuals gain needed education for career advancement or change, meet professional certification and licensing requirements and develop new skills to be successful in today’s competitive workforce.

    Company info
    Telephone
    715-675-3331
    Location
    1000 W Campus Dr
     Wausau
    WI
    54401
    US
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