Job Category
Regular Support Staff
FVTC Worksite
Appleton Main Campus
Hours Per Week
40
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Job Description Summary
The Health Simulation Technician will be responsible for maintaining policy and procedure manuals and developing data collection and management procedures. The position will also be responsible for researching coordinating and maintaining technology in virtual reality artificial intelligence human patient simulation and course delivery technologies.
Flexibility in work schedule.
Job Description
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Develop a mission statement goals and governance structure for the FVTC Health Simulation & Technology Center.
- Develop and maintain data collection and management system to ensure student satisfaction of the simulation experience.
- Prepare accreditation materials and ensure compliance with Simulation Center Accreditation.
- Participate in all aspects of simulation including operation and maintenance of simulators.
- Maintain simulation lab proper usage and full functionality of simulation equipment.
- Maintain expertise in existing and emerging simulation technologies best practices and disseminates this base of knowledge to faculty and students.
- Support and work with faculty college simulation trainers and programs to develop and present scenarios to students.
- Determine equipment malfunctions and perform minor repairs or arrange repairs either with other College technicians or with simulation equipment manufacturers.
- Assist with schedules for simulation room/debriefing room and track simulation lab usage data. Liaison for simulation space requests by faculty students and outside agencies.
- Create instructional aides and signs to assist patrons in the use of equipment.
- Orient new faculty/students/staff to simulators and simulation lab policies and procedures; develop and enforce simulation lab policies and procedures.
- Assist with developing and maintaining policies procedures and protocols for simulation in collaboration with Dean Associate Dean supervisors simulation trainer and faculty.
- Facilitate inter-disciplinary educational opportunities between program students utilizing simulation spaces.
- Maintain warranty information and renewal dates on all simulation equipment schedule routine maintenance for simulation products.
- Attend assist with and participate in college division and department meetings and events relevant to position.
Non-Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Assist students and faculty with simulation and technology access for skill and competency development.
- Assist with simulation delivery during complex simulation scenarios or during training sessions for new faculty and or simulation operators.
- Assist with business and industry contract development space rental and resource attainment for contracted courses within the simulation center.
- Provide tours and/or demonstrations for health division events partnering agencies and business and industry inquiries.
- Works with IT and other support services to ensure division compliance and support in complimentary support services.
- Support college wide simulation and technology advancements by partnering with other divisions and departments.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
- Associate Degree in Health Science Biomedical Technology or IT field required Bachelors degree preferred.
- IT applicants must have two years of healthcare related experience or experience in healthcare or educational setting.
- Health Science applicants must have two years of relevant related technology or IT experience.
Licenses Certifications and Other Requirements:
- Simulation Technician Certification and/or willingness to obtain appropriate certifications.
In evaluating candidates for this position Fox Valley Technical College may consider a combination of education training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position.
Work Environment
- Work must be completed in person.
Work environment may change based upon college needs.
Physical Requirements
- Sitting: This role requires extended periods of sitting while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems.
- Mobility: While much of the work is desk-based occasional mobility may be necessary for attending meetings office tours or events within the workplace.
- Lifting and Carrying: The role requires occasional lifting and carrying of light to moderate items.
- Climbing: Capability to climb stairs or ladders if applicable to the job.
- Fine Motor Skills: This role may need precise hand movements or manual dexterity for activities such as writing on a whiteboard demonstrating experiments or using instructional technology like computers.
- Repetitive Motions: Capacity to perform repetitive motions such as typing without discomfort or injury.
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with employees candidates and stakeholders both in-person and through electronic means.
- Travel: Position may require off-site fieldwork or travel for professional development.
EOE/ADA Statement
Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) FVTC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Nothing in this job description limits managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement or affect the at-will nature of the employment arrangement between the employee and company and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Additional Information
Pay Rate: $24.53 - $28.86 per hour.
Pay is based on a multitude of factors including experience qualifications education relevant certifications internal equity and market data. Note: Internal applicants wage will be based upon the applicable compensation guidelines.
At Fox Valley Technical College we recognize employees as key contributors to our mission and are committed to fostering a culture of fairness transparency and excellence. Our total rewards philosophy ensures equitable compensation and benefits supporting a highly engaged workforce. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical dental and vision insurance along with retirement contributions to the Wisconsin Retirement System and 403(b)/457 plan options. Employees enjoy paid time off sick leave holidays bereavement leave and recess periods. We offer life and disability insurance with options for additional coverage. Work-life balance is supported through flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions) and wellbeing programs. Professional development opportunities include training certifications and tuition reimbursement. Additional perks at the Appleton Main Campus include an onsite health and wellbeing clinic dental clinic fitness center Parent/Child Center (onsite child care) library caf printing services Trilogy Salon & Spa and more.
Fox Valley Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution providing equal opportunity to all persons including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds females veterans and individuals of all abilities.
For questions regarding the Colleges nondiscrimination policy contact: Rayon Brown - (Affirmative Action) (sex-based discrimination or harassment) or Dan Squires - (Disability related discrimination).
Required Experience:
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