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What is a clinical simulation manager?

A Clinical Simulation Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations and development of clinical simulation programs in healthcare education settings. They manage simulation labs, coordinate training sessions using high-fidelity manikins or virtual technology, and support faculty and students in using simulation-based learning. Their role includes maintaining equipment, developing simulation scenarios, training staff, and ensuring simulations meet educational standards. Clinical Simulation Managers play a critical part in preparing healthcare professionals for real-world clinical situations through realistic and safe learning experiences.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical simulation manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clinical Simulation Manager, you need expertise in healthcare education, simulation technology, and project management, often supported by a degree in nursing, health sciences, or a related field. Familiarity with high-fidelity manikins, audiovisual systems, and simulation management software such as SimCapture or Laerdal LLEAP is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help effectively coordinate teams and deliver engaging learning experiences. These competencies are vital for ensuring realistic, efficient, and impactful clinical training that enhances healthcare provider preparedness.

What are some common challenges faced by clinical simulation managers, and how can they be addressed?

Clinical Simulation Managers often face challenges such as coordinating complex simulation schedules, ensuring proper maintenance of high-fidelity equipment, and balancing the needs of multiple departments. Effective communication and proactive planning are key to managing these challenges. Building strong relationships with faculty, IT, and clinical staff helps streamline scheduling and troubleshooting, while ongoing training ensures that simulation technicians and educators are prepared for evolving technology and scenarios.

What is the difference between Clinical Simulation Manager vs Clinical Educator?

AspectClinical Simulation ManagerClinical Educator
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Nursing, Healthcare, or related field; certifications in simulation or educationRegistered Nurse or healthcare professional license; teaching certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentSimulation labs, healthcare training centers, academic institutionsHospitals, clinics, academic settings, community health programs
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, universities, healthcare training organizationsHospitals, educational institutions, healthcare organizations

The Clinical Simulation Manager primarily oversees simulation programs, manages staff, and ensures realistic training scenarios. The Clinical Educator focuses on teaching and mentoring healthcare professionals in clinical skills. While both roles require healthcare credentials and involve education, the Simulation Manager emphasizes program management, whereas the Educator concentrates on direct instruction and skill development.

What states have the most Clinical Simulation Manager jobs?

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What are popular job titles related to Clinical Simulation Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various Clinical Simulation Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution.

Clinical Simulation Specialist

Waynesville, NC • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot simulation lab equipment, including manikins and audio-visual technology.

  • Assist with the operation of simulators and task trainers during training sessions and provide orientation to instructors on simulation procedures.

  • Monitor and ensure the functionality of simulation technologies, perform equipment maintenance, and manage supplies and equipment to support simulation activities.


Job description

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Job Summary and Qualifications

The Simulation Specialist is an essential role in facilitating medical simulation. This position is responsible for integrating, maintaining and operating the computer and audio-video (AV) technology including manikin and surrounding simulation lab equipment.

Major Responsibilities:

Quality

  • Monitors and ensures simulation and education-based technologies are maintained to ensure minimal downtime
  • Ability to assess equipment failures and remedy such failures in a timely fashion
  • Contributes to the development of curriculum and educational materials for different levels and types of training related to simulation
  • Interface with the equipment manufacturers regarding trouble-shooting equipment and systems problems and implementing hardware and software updates in a timely basis

Service

  • Fosters a Service Excellence culture
  •  Evaluates simulation and education-based technology to identify opportunities for improvement and communicates the opportunities to immediate supervisor
  • Operate or assist with the operation of the simulators and task trainers for all training sessions as needed or requested by their supervisor or clinical educators that are leading the simulation training session
  • Responsible for the use of the Simulation Lab and equipment; provides consultation and orientation to instructors regarding simulation laboratory procedures, location and use of materials, and the operation of equipment.
  • Ability to work under pressure and reliably meet deadlines is essential.
  • Ability to work independently and reliably within parameters designated by immediate supervisor
  • Assist with scheduling and coordination of the medical simulators
  • Responsible for the maintenance of all equipment and timely ordering and availability of supplies.

People

  • Identifies performance opportunities or training needs as it relates to simulation and provides coaching, development and training to improve performance in the use of clinical simulation
  • Assist clinical educators with orientation to principles of simulation training technology and configurations.

Growth

  • Contributes to strategic planning and business development within area(s) of responsibility.
  • Represents the organization positively within the community; participates in company supported community/patient events and in-services
  •  Develops and maintains positive external relationships as it relates to medical simulation.
  • Identifies opportunities to support service line growth through the use of medical simulation.
  • Stays abreast of emerging technologies, and advancements of medical simulation.
  • Utilizes expertise to meet the present and future needs of simulation and technology-based education
  • Conducts tours and simulation sessions for internal/external groups and/or individuals

Finance

  • Operates within the annual budget.
  • Manages department performance in accordance with established budget. Including the utilization of staffing, supplies, equipment.
  • Participates in the annual budget process providing input into department simulation equipment needs.
  • Manages operating expenses including the utilization of supplies and equipment.
  • Identifies cost reduction opportunities and implements actions to achieve savings.

Education and Experience:

  • High School Diploma or GED Required
  • Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare or healthcare technology preferred
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification preferred
  • Familiarity with operation of personal computers is preferred
  • Familiarity with medical terminology and audio-visual equipment is preferred

Licenses, Certifications, & Training:

  • Certification Healthcare Operations Simulation Preferred
Benefits

HealthTrust Clinical Education, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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