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Director Simulation Center Ops

Dallas, TX · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Director, Simulation Center Operations, reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Education Operations for Academic Affairs, in collaboration with UT Southwestern (UTSW) academic ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for simulation assistant in Texas is $29.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.43 and $41.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Simulation Assistants are professionals who support the setup, operation, and breakdown of simulations, often in healthcare, education, or technical training environments. They work with simulation coordinators and instructors to ensure that all equipment and scenarios are prepared and run smoothly. Their duties may include assembling manikins, operating simulation software, maintaining equipment, and assisting with scenario execution. Simulation Assistants are essential in creating realistic, hands-on learning experiences for students and professionals.

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To thrive as a Simulation Assistant, you need a background in healthcare or education, familiarity with simulation-based learning, and strong organizational skills, often supported by relevant certifications or training. Proficiency with simulation technologies, audiovisual equipment, and learning management systems is highly beneficial. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues are key soft skills that enhance performance in this role. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring smooth simulation sessions, accurate scenario delivery, and a valuable learning experience for participants.

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Infographic showing various Simulation Assistant job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,385 per year, or $30 per hour.

Simulation Lab Coordinator

Abilene Christian University

Abilene, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This requires the employee to be a professing Christian and be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.
Coordinates operational aspects of the simulation labs within the School of Nursing including equipment, technology, supplies, and simulation processes and procedures. Collaborates closely with faculty and staff to support and maintain high-quality simulation and skills based learning experiences.
  • This is a reduced full-time exempt position with full-time hours throughout the academic year (August - May) and reduced hours during break (holidays) and summer

Basic responsibilities
  • Coordinate day to day activities and services for the simulation labs within the School of Nursing.
  • Maintain equipment, supplies, and technology within the labs.
  • Assist with achieving standards for best practice in simulation.
  • Create, maintain, upgrade, and supervise the Standard Operating Procedures and associated work instructions of the labs.
  • Maintain an active role in supporting faculty, staff, students, and the department.
  • Position requires flexibility in work hours to support program sessions, special events, and departmental initiatives. The weekly schedule will be adjusted as necessary to accommodate early mornings or evenings
  • Other duties as assigned

Essential Duties
Coordinate day to day activities and services for the simulation labs within the School of Nursing.
  • Collaborates with appropriate individuals for scheduling use of simulation labs and nursing skills labs
  • Set up and break down of simulation equipment and scenarios
  • Schedule and organize special events
  • Maintain the labs to promote a positive image

Maintain equipment, supplies, and technology within the labs
  • Maintain departmental supplies and oversee inventory to support ongoing and future activities
  • Completes a semi-annual inventory
  • Communicate supply and inventory needs for ordering
  • Assist with software upgrades and interface with ACU's Information Technology and Networking departments and vendor technology/support
  • Maintain simulation multimedia equipment, software, and hardware
  • Perform simple repairs and maintenance of equipment to keep them in good working order
  • Communicate with vendor support to address equipment issues
  • Maintain computers and assigned software within the labs

Assist with achieving standards for best practice for simulation
  • Assist faculty with meeting best practice standards for simulation
  • Consistent communication with course faculty to ensure simulations are meeting objectives
  • Assists faculty in the development, implementation, evaluation, and refinement of scenarios for simulation experiences and lab activities
  • Evaluate and improve simulation procedures in alignment with the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL)
  • Comply with accreditation and regulation requirements for simulation

Create, maintain, upgrade, and supervise the Standard Operating Procedures and associated work instructions of the labs.
  • Maintain Standard Operating Procedures for the correct and safe use of labs and equipment
  • Update procedures and instructions for lab and equipment use
  • Orient students, faculty, and staff to the simulation labs and associated policies, procedures, and instructions

Maintain an active role in supporting faculty, staff, students, and the department.
  • Assist faculty with the use of simulation technology
  • Provide assistance to students in the simulation lab in accordance with knowledge and educational level
  • Develop and maintain competence in simulation
  • Actively participate in departmental meetings
  • Actively participate in recruiting efforts for the department
  • Maintain electronic and physical databases of simulations

Professional Development requirements
Skills
  • Strong computer skills including the ability to troubleshoot
  • Ability to work with Microsoft Suite of Products, Adobe products, simulation software, audiovisual software, network, and IT environments
  • Experience working with simulation equipment and technology preferred

Training required
  • Gaumard equipment and technology training
  • Laerdal simulator training
  • Google suite
  • Software training
  • Ability to learn ACU systems, including, but not limited to: Expense reporting system(s); Workday

Qualifications
Professional:
  • Associates or Bachelor's (preferred) degree in Nursing
  • Active, unencumbered RN license to practice nursing in the state of Texas
  • At least three years of RN experience, with medical-surgical experience preferred
  • Certification in simulation preferred
  • Experience in simulation preferred

Personal:
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Creativity and flexibility in designing innovative approaches to solving problems
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Physical:
  • Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 30 pounds on a regular basis
  • Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, or reaching for extended periods of time
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule (early mornings, late evenings, and possible weekends may be required)

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.

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