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Under minimal supervision, the Clinical Simulation Specialist will provide support for all facets of clinical simulation. This individual will provide technical support for all equipment used ...

Simulation Specialist

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$43.52/hr

The Simulation Specialist must be committed to using modern technology, shared responsibilities ... Minimum of 1 year of experience in healthcare industry, simulation or clinical preferred. We are ...

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How much do clinical simulation specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical simulation specialist in the United States is $69,454.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Clinical Simulation Specialist typically collaborate with faculty and healthcare professionals during simulation-based training?

A Clinical Simulation Specialist works closely with faculty, clinicians, and other educators to design, set up, and facilitate realistic training scenarios. They often participate in pre-briefings to understand learning objectives, operate simulation technology during sessions, and assist with debriefings to ensure key takeaways are discussed. This role requires strong communication skills, as Specialists must coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to create effective educational experiences and maintain high standards of realism and safety in all simulations.

What is the difference between Clinical Simulation Specialist vs Medical Simulation Technician?

AspectClinical Simulation SpecialistMedical Simulation Technician
CredentialsOften requires healthcare-related certifications, degrees in nursing, medicine, or health sciencesTypically holds technical or IT certifications, technical degrees, or healthcare support credentials
Work EnvironmentHospitals, medical schools, healthcare training centersSimulation labs, medical training facilities, educational institutions
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, academic medical centers, nursing schoolsMedical simulation centers, healthcare education organizations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Clinical Simulation Specialist and Medical Simulation Technician roles share similarities in working with medical simulation equipment and training healthcare professionals. However, Clinical Simulation Specialists often have healthcare backgrounds and focus on designing and facilitating clinical training, while Medical Simulation Technicians typically handle technical setup and maintenance of simulation equipment. Both roles are essential in healthcare education but differ mainly in their focus and required credentials.

What is a Clinical Simulation Specialist?

A Clinical Simulation Specialist is a professional who designs, implements, and manages simulation-based training for healthcare students and professionals. They operate medical simulation equipment, create realistic clinical scenarios, and help facilitate learning experiences in a controlled environment. Their goal is to enhance clinical skills, teamwork, and patient safety by providing hands-on practice without risk to real patients. Clinical Simulation Specialists often work closely with faculty, clinicians, and technical staff to ensure the effectiveness of simulation programs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Clinical Simulation Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clinical Simulation Specialist, you need a background in healthcare or education, experience with medical simulation, and often a relevant degree or certification such as Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE). Familiarity with simulation software, high-fidelity manikins, audiovisual systems, and learning management platforms is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and organizational skills make a candidate stand out by ensuring effective scenario delivery and collaboration with faculty. These skills are crucial for delivering realistic simulations that enhance clinical training and improve patient care outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Clinical Simulation Specialist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,454 per year, or $33.4 per hour.

Division Clinical Simulation Specialist

Ogden Regional Medical Center

Ogden, UT โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

**Frequent travel is required between Riverdale HCA Healthcare Center for Clinical Advancement (HHCCA) and our Draper HHCCA. Out of state travel may also be required when the need arises. This position requires a flexible schedule with work starting as early as 7:00AM and ending as late as 5:30PM, depending on the day.**

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Division Clinical Simulation Specialist 

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:

  • 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • Associateโ€™s Degree or Bachelorโ€™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
  • Certification Healthcare Operations Simulation Preferred
Benefits

Ogden Regional Medical Center, 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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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Division Clinical Simulation Specialist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!

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