SIM-ND Operations Specialist

Salary/Position Classification

• $67,700-$71,200 Annual, Dependent on Experience, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): Yes

Purpose Of Position

The SIM-ND Operations Specialist performs a full range of professional duties assisting colleagues with designing and implementing simulation curriculum (courses, content, and materials) for SIM-ND. He or she works collaboratively with SIM-ND leadership, SIM-ND Operations Specialists, and other SIM-ND Education Specialists throughout North Dakota to fulfill the overall mission and vision of SIM-ND. Their primary focus will be facilitating simulation events as well as equipment and vehicle maintenance in their region. They will assist their SIM-ND Education Specialist as needed on event organization and daily operations. The SIM-ND Operations Specialist and SIM-ND Education Specialist for each region will work as a team to execute simulation education throughout their region and North Dakota, reporting to the Program Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities

Teach/Instruct Education Courses

• Teach education courses using a variety of adult learning principles
• Teach in the simulation curriculum, including, but not limited to medical students (Years 1-4), medical residents, nursing students, paramedics, practicing professional healthcare providers, law enforcement, first responders, and industry safety personnel
• Assist with the incorporation of simulation as a foundational modality for healthcare education courses
• Assist in teaching various health care simulation education courses, including but not limited to: Adult, Pediatric, Neonatal, Trauma, and OBGYN. Demonstrates expertise in teaching and speaking to a variety of educational groups. 
• Demonstrate expertise in communication skills 
• Use evaluative materials and constructive feedback to modify education applications and modalities, as needed
• Travel to educational events as needed 

Coordinate the maintenance and operations of the regional SIM-ND simulation equipment including vehicles, simulators, AV, and moulage

• Assist the SIM-ND Education Specialist with daily operations and program administration in collaboration with Program Manager. 
• Coordinate the maintenance and operations of the regional SIM-ND simulation equipment including vehicles, simulators, AV, and moulage
• Assist the SIM-ND Education Specialist with daily operations and program administration in collaboration with Program Manager. 
• Coordinate with SIM-ND Education Specialist and SIM-ND leadership on all management, repair and maintenance for regional SIM-ND equipment to include but not limited to:  vehicles  simulators, AV equipment, Moulage , simulated medical equipment 
• Assist the SIM-ND Education Specialist regarding regional administrative duties and day-to-day operations. To include but not limited to: 
• Organizing/planning events 
• Fielding new requests and delegating to the appropriate staff
• Gathering proper staff and equipment  
• Collaborate with SIM-ND leadership and other SIM-ND Education Specialists as needed for various simulation-related projects
• Organizing/planning events 
• Fielding new requests and delegating to the appropriate staff
• Gathering proper staff and equipment  

Collaborate with SIM-ND leadership and the rest of the regional team members on developing and updating SIM-ND curriculum

• Collaborate in the design of simulation scenarios for use with a variety of in-situ or human patient simulators. 
• Assist in designing course objectives to reflect stakeholder learning needs
• Assist with the development of scenarios to meet the stakeholder objectives
• Identify and implement cognitive and psychomotor skills into healthcare scenarios
• Develop physiologic trends in scenario design
• Collaborate with the simulation technical specialist to program scenarios and evaluate scenario physiologic sequencing
• Assist with developing and distributing detailed simulation scenario worksheets to SIM- ND staff regarding simulator presentation, medication preparation, moulage, and equipment needs
• Participate in scenario review and makes modifications as needed
• Assist with the development of facilitator materials for scenarios
• Assist with the analysis of assessment tools and outcomes to be used in scenario development

Work with staff on various projects that fulfill SIM-ND’s educational mission

• Work with staff to compile research and assist with grants for funding to support simulation activities
• Collaborate with the staff on simulation evaluation and research for SIM-ND 
• Work with staff to create future SIM-ND policies and procedures 

Required Competencies

• Demonstrated skills of organization and efficiency
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills 
• Detail-oriented and highly organized. 
• Ability to set priorities and work independently utilizing critical thinking skills. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Simulation Center/SIM-ND users, including, but not limited to, staff, learners, vendors, and external healthcare agencies
• Demonstrated ability in use of personal computers and & spreadsheets 
• Must be able to travel locally, statewide, or nationally an average of 3-4 days per week
• Must be available to work frequent evenings and weekends

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Paramedicine, Physician Assistant Studies, Health or Medical Science, Family Nurse Practitioner or an Associate’s degree and 5 years of related experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in clinical practice in patient-centered healthcare 
• Experience with teaching or instruction 
• Experience in healthcare simulation
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated hands-on experience operating and maintaining healthcare simulation technologies, including manikins, task trainers, audiovisual systems, and simulation platforms used for scenario delivery and debriefing
• Experience delivering pre-hospital patient care across diverse environments, including rural and urban settings
• Designation of Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS)
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 
• Current or former AHA instructor
• Experience in managing and coordinating fleet vehicles, overseeing specialized maintenance (including diesel engines and hydraulic systems), and ensuring compliance with North Dakota Department of Transportation regulations

To Apply: Complete Online Application, Including A Resume And Cover Letter.