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Healthcare Simulation Tech

Children's Hospital Colorado
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, 403(b)
United States, Colorado, Aurora
Jun 10, 2025
Apply for Job Job ID 93249 Location Aurora Position Type Regular Regular/Temporary Regular Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job Job Overview The Healthcare Simulation Technician (Sim Tech) is responsible for the day-to-day technical operations of the Children's Hospital Simulation Program. The Sim Tech plays a crucial role in the planning, setup, operation, and maintenance of simulation equipment and scenarios for clinical training purposes. This individual will work closely in conjunction and under the direction of the Simulation Program Manager and alongside the Simulation Operations Specialist, healthcare professionals and educators to ensure a realistic and effective simulated and event coordination. Additional Information Department Name: {Enter the Department Name here} Job Status: 40hrs FT Shift: M-F 8-4p - Can vary based on session. Possible coverage on weekends Nights, evenings may be required Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: 2 years' experience in healthcare field Simulation experience preferred Healthcare, Robotics, Audiovisual experience preferred Certification(s): Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professional *This position may require a BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted.* http://ahainstructornetwork.americanheart.org/AHAECC/classConnector.jsp?pid=ahaecc.classconnector.home Responsibilities POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE No direct patient care. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Simulation Setup and Operation: Prepare and set up simulation equipment, including manikins, medical devices, and audio-visual systems. Operate simulation equipment during training sessions to ensure realistic scenarios. Creative and detail-oriented with simulation moulage or makeup/costuming for manikins. Scenario Development: Collaborate with healthcare educators to develop simulation scenarios that meet specific learning objectives. Modify and update simulation scenarios based on feedback and changes in medical practices. Programing scenarios with attention to detail and realism in simulation-related software Technical Support: Provide technical support to faculty, staff, and students during simulation activities. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to simulation or facility equipment. Maintenance and Calibration: Conduct regular maintenance and calibration of simulation equipment to ensure functionality and accuracy. Coordinate with vendors for equipment repairs and updates. Training and Orientation: Conduct training sessions for faculty and staff on the proper use of simulation equipment. Orient learners to the simulation center and provide guidance during simulations. Keeps current for simulation best practices and innovation and shares effectively with team. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of simulation scenarios, equipment usage, and maintenance activities. Maintain day to day supply inventory and document in electronic inventory system. Other Information SCOPE & LEVEL Guidelines: Guidelines are generally numerous, well established, and directly applicable to the work assignment. Work assignment and desired results are explained by general oral or written instructions. Complexity: Duties assigned are repetitive and restricted in scope but may be of substantial intricacy. Employee primarily applies standardized practices. Decision Making: Employee is responsible for planning, organizing, allocating resources, ensuring compliance with procedures, and achieving the objectives of the function. Communications: Contacts with team members, clients, or the public where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, gathered, or presented and some degree of discretion and judgment are required within the parameters of the job function. Supervision Received: Under general supervision, the employee receives assignments and is expected to carry them through to completion with substantial independence. Work is reviewed for adherence to instructions, accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standard practice or precedent. Recurring work clearly covered by guidelines may or may not be reviewed. Physical Requirements Ability to Perform Essential Functions of the Job PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Audio-Visual: Color Discrimination: Good Audio-Visual: Depth Perception: Good Audio-Visual: Far Vision: Good Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good Audio-Visual: Near Vision: Good General Activity: Sit: 1-2 hrs. per day Motion: Bend: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Carry: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Climb: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Crawl: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Lift: Light lifting regularly, moderate lifting occasionally. Motion: Pull: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Push: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Reach: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Squat/Crouch: 1/3 or more of time Others: Able to assist or assume direct patient care as census directly permits. Others: May assist in lifting, transporting, and positioning of patients Use of Hands/Feet: Both Feet - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) Use of Hands/Feet: Both Hands - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) Weight Lifted/Force Exerted: Up to 100 pounds: Up to 1/3 of time WORK ENVIRONMENT Exposure: Exposure to blood/body fluid: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to infectious diseases: Frequent. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Independent discretion/decision making. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Manages stress appropriately. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Works with others effectively. Mental and Emotional Stress: Managing workload and system issues Mental Stress: multi-tasking, meeting deadlines, prioritizing Salary Information Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Hourly Range: $25.70 to $38.55 Benefits Information Here, you matter. As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career. As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April. Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year. EEO Statement It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.