Simulation Tech Coordinator - Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine

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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and Mac Arthur Genius Fellows.

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The Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine is currently seeking a Simulation Tech Coordinator to join our team of professionals.

• Assists with recruiting, hiring, onboarding and training of per diem simulation technicians. Assists with development of guidelines, manuals and reference sheets to streamline and train personnel on simulation setup, breakdown, operation and troubleshooting. Supports onboarding and supervision of simulation technicians, student workers or tech aids.
• Set up, operate manikins and task trainers. Virtual and augmented reality platforms, physiologic monitoring systems, and scenario control software. Ensure equipment functionality and readiness prior to simulation sessions. Run live simulations, managing manikin physiology, embedded AV cues and scenario flow.
• Collaborates with faculty and simulation educators in scenario preparation, case uploads, moulage, equipment and room staging and configuration.
• Provides specialized technical support and maintenance for computer-based systems and their components, including AV systems, vital monitors, medical equipment, and simulation equipment. Collaborate with IT to ensure network connectivity, software updates, cybersecurity and hardware maintenance.
• Audits, tests and ensures all equipment and systems operate efficiently in accordance with current specification requirements, staying apprised of periodic product information releases and updates.
• Coordinates the implementation of assigned Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) and other simulation events such as tours, orientation, and simulation activities as assigned.
• Assist with scheduling of simulation spaces, equipment and staff, produce simulation usage reports and data to support evaluation, accreditation and budget planning.
• Maintain inventory of simulation equipment, medical supplies, consumables, and replacement parts. Coordinate inventory organization, equipment repairs, warranties, upgrades, and vendor communication. Document maintenance logs and contributes to CQI processes.
• Demonstrates and teaches technical aspects of operating simulators to faculty members and support staff. Instructs users in the use of system and networking technology through documentation, and other educational methods. Develops and maintains technical manuals that document hardware and software setup and describe process steps for different systems for reference and training.
• Process equipment loan requests and other simulation request forms data and reports.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned by supervisor. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.
• Communicates with equipment vendors for maintenance and repair needs, including coordinating service requests, scheduling, and managing equipment pickup and return logistics.
• Supports procurement activities in collaboration with the Technology Manager, including preparation and submission of shopping carts/purchase requests, monitoring supply usage trends, and contributing to the establishment of appropriate re-order thresholds to maintain operational readiness.

Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of appropriate experience, or Master's degree.