Senior Simulation Technician; Internal

Vacancies Senior Simulation Technician (Internal Only)

The post holder will have a proven track record of working within NHS healthcare simulation as a simulation technician. It will see the successful candidate working with the rest of the simulation team (and wider faculty) to support the development and delivery of high-quality multi-professional simulation and skills-based education programmes. The post holder will be required to exercise curiosity, creativity and technical innovation.

This role will provide expert technical and administrative support and will be responsible for maintaining and operating the high-fidelity human patient simulators (HPS), associated audio-visual & IT equipment, utilised by the simulation service.

This opportunity will support the Simulation team with the delivery of Human Factors and Simulation education across the Trust and to external organisations. Simulation is an educational endeavour that provides hospital teams with realistic patient scenarios using computer controlled patient manikins, task trainers or actors. During these scenarios, teams can rehearse / practice challenging situations in a safe manner. It can also be used to identify latent threats in practice.

The post holder will have responsibility for the maintenance, preparation and operation of equipment, and training rooms for simulation education, with support from the wider simulation team. Flexible working is important to the success of this role.

This role would be ideally suited for someone who is interested in technology and innovation in healthcare;
Key to the role is the ability to ensure all equipment including computerised high fidelity simulation manikins, AV and IT equipment are maintained in good working and that any technical issues can be managed in a timely manner.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (08:00 - 16:00)

Interview Date:To Be Confirmed

This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a…