Job Description:
The Kansas Health Science University (KHSU)Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM) has a22000squarefoot Simulation Center that features two highfunctioning simulation labs inpatient and outpatient wings highfidelity manikins task trainers and virtual/augmentedreality classroom all designed to deliver immersive interprofessional learning experiences.
As the Director of Simulation you will provide the strategic vision and daytoday leadership that keep this stateoftheart environment and its robust Standardized Patient (SP) program operating at maximum educational impact. The role blends teaching research administration and service to advance KHSUKansasCOMs mission of graduating practiceready osteopathic physicians.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administration 50
- Oversee all Simulation Center operations (scheduling staffing resource management).
- Manage maintenance and procurement of equipment manikins software and AV systems.
- Develop and monitor the Simulation Center budget including forecasting and vendor relations.
- Create and enforce policies procedures and safety protocols for center operations.
- Coordinate cleaning repairs and preventive maintenance for equipment and learning spaces.
- Leverage simulationmanagement software and online tools for scheduling and assessments.
- Ensure compliance with national standards and accreditation requirements.
- Foster crossdepartmental and external partnerships to expand simulation offerings.
- Recruit train and schedule standardized patients in collaboration with faculty and staff.
Teaching 30
- Collaboratively design and facilitate simulationbased educational and assessment experiences for students.
- Partner with faculty to design implement and evaluate SP encounters.
- Support the seamless integration of simulation into preclinical and clinical curricula ensuring alignment with program learning outcomes.
- Lead evidencebased debriefings that reinforce learning objectives.
- Coach faculty in the effective use of simulation software manikins and AV tools.
- Develop and maintain a repository of simulation scenarios SP cases and related teaching materials.
- Lead faculty development sessions on simulation best practices including prebriefing and debriefing strategies.
Research and Scholarly Activity 10
- Support faculty and staff in simulationrelated educational research or quality improvement projects.
- Stay current with innovations standards and emerging trends in simulationbased education.
- Represent KHSUKansasCOM at national and international forums to increase program visibility.
- Disseminate scholarship of teaching and learning through presentations and publications.
Service 10
- Cultivate an inclusive learnercentered culture for students staff and faculty.
- Serve on committees at the Deans discretion to advance institutional goals.
- Act as the centers ambassador coordinating tours for prospective students donors and accreditors.
- Assist with continuing education programs and interprofessional training.
- Advise and mentor students including supervision of student research.
- Support accreditation and qualityassurance processes related to simulation.
- Participate in admissions interviews.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of KHSUKansasCOMs mission.
QUALIFICATION(S):
- Masters degree in a health care related or education field (terminal degree preferred).
- Minimum two 2 years of healthcaresimulation experience in an academic setting.
- Demonstrated expertise with simulation best practices equipment and standardizedpatient management.
- Experience developing and managing a simulationcenter budget.
- Good standing with all regulatory and governmental boards and agencies.
- Proven leadership interpersonal and organizational skills.
Preferred
- Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or equivalent credential.
- Clinical practice experience as a licensed healthcare professional (e.g. RN NP PA DO MD).
- Experience in osteopathic medical education or interprofessional education environments.
- Working knowledge of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) and International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) standards.
- Familiarity with the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) and the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) requirements.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Proven leadership in simulationprogram development.
- Excellent communication and crossfunctional collaboration skills.
- Commitment to innovation in healthprofessions education.
- Proficiency with simulation software AV systems and overall simulationcenter operations.
The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the jobs essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
It is the policy of Kansas Health Science University (KHSU)Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM) not to discriminate on the basis of race ethnicity color sex sexual orientation gender gender identity religion religious creed national origin ancestry age genetic information marital status military or veteran status physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy childbirth and any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth or any other basis protected by federal state or local law ordinance or regulation. KHSUKansasCOM is committed to complying with all applicable laws regarding equal employment opportunities. KHSUKansasCOM strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity decency and respect. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Kansas Health Science University offers a generous compensation and benefits package as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid timeoff medical and dental coverage companypaid life and disability insurance retirement plan with employer contribution multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA) tuition reimbursement professional development and regular employee appreciation events.
Kansas Health Science University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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