Part-Time Simulation & Virtual Reality Technician

*Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.

POSITION SUMMARY

This role will support and assist faculty and students in the delivery of simulations in the NWTC Health Sciences programs. Simulation includes the operation and support of simulation-based education, virtual reality experiences, and clinical skills laboratory learning environments. Technicians will operate simulation training equipment as assigned; manage the inventory, organization, and setup of the simulation lab; and ensure all equipment used in simulation training is cleaned, maintained, and repaired.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide support to Green Bay, Sturgeon Bay, and Shawano Campuses.
• Maintain simulation and virtual reality lab, including cleanliness, safety, daily set-ups, proper usage, and full functionality of simulation equipment.
• Participate in all aspects of simulation including operation of simulators, appropriate utilization of standardized patients, playing the voice/role of standardized patient, and/or playing role of a patient.
• Provides the initial set-up and operates simulation lab equipment necessary during simulation training sessions.
• Provides the initial supplies and calibration of the low-fidelity simulators to support theory classroom use.
• Annually update scenarios on simulators, ensuring all details such as name bands, expiration dates, medications, and other relevant lists are current.
• Stays updated on and proficient with any new simulation training technologies introduced to the team.
• Provide assistance in the other labs as needed.
• Attends, assists with, and participates in college, division, and department meetings and events relevant to position.
• Monitor inventory of simulation lab equipment, including disposable supplies, and notify staff of depleted supplies.
• Monitor functionality of medical and simulator equipment, identify or troubleshoot any malfunctions as necessary.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical Diploma in health-related field.
• One year of experience working in a healthcare setting.
• Microsoft Office Suite
• PC and MAC/Apple Operating systems
• Workday

**An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.

Competency Statement(s)

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below represent the general requirements necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Workstation Activities: Ability to work at a computer, facilitate and/or demonstrate instructional activities, and attend meetings for extended periods.
• Mobility: Ability to navigate throughout campus locations, classrooms, offices, meeting spaces, and events as needed.
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to operate office equipment, instructional technology, tools, or controls required for the position.
• Communication: Ability to effectively access, interpret, and exchange information with students, employees, and community members.
• Heavy Material Handling: Ability to transport or move instructional materials, supplies, or equipment required for the position, with or without assistance or adaptive equipment, if applicable.