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Job TitleSimulation Operations Specialist
LocationCleveland
FacilityCleveland Clinic Main Campus
DepartmentEI Simulation Center-Research Innov and Educ
Job CodeC99956
ShiftDays
Schedule7:00am-4:30pm
Job Summary
Job Details
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
The Simulation and Advanced Skills Center (SASC) is dedicated to advancing patient safety and quality of care by providing a safe, controlled environment where healthcare professionals and students can develop and refine their clinical skills. Through hands-on training in realistic scenarios, participants enhance their procedural knowledge and decision-making abilities. The center utilizes a range of simulation modalities including high-fidelity manikins, virtual reality, and standardized patients to deliver immersive, high-impact learning experiences. As Simulation Operations Specialist, you will support the use of simulation in multidisciplinary healthcare settings. In this role, you will prepare and maintain lab equipment and materials (i.e., patient simulators, computers and audiovisual systems), ensuring proper working order and efficiency, while collaborating with educators and other caregivers to design, implement and improve training modalities. This role is highly technical, requiring an individual with a mastery for electronics and skilled techniques. Ultimately, your efforts help prepare caregivers for real-life events, thus enhancing patient care and the delivery of safe, effective treatment.
A caregiver in this role works days from 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with occasional weekend shift requirements.
You will be based at the main campus and travel across the enterprise throughout Ohio to conduct simulations at all CC locations via Sim Vans.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Program software to model simulator's physiological response to instructor specifications.
Operate patient simulators for the duration of simulations.
Assist in training faculty in the use of simulation equipment.
Collaborate in maintenance and repair by troubleshooting immediate issues with simulation equipment and all other equipment used in relation to the simulations.
Set up and tear down rooms in preparation for various simulations.
Work closely with department managers and education specialists in coordinating simulations.
Work closely with department manager in maintaining inventory of all equipment and supplies related to simulation.
Provide recommendations on equipment, supplies and materials.
Operate and maintain audio/visual equipment as needed.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Associate’s Degree and one year of experience in a healthcare setting OR two years of healthcare simulation experience OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Nursing or a related field
Valid driver’s license with the ability to operate a motor vehicle
Knowledge in technology (technology oriented)
Ability to learn common surgical procedures/instruments
Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:
Simulation experience
Knowledge of medical terminology
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Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
Ability to move up to 85 pounds with assistance
Ability to work on overhead equipment
Ability to work in confined, darkened areas.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All offers of employment are follwed by testing for controlled substances and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System's Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
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