Position Title:Simulation Center technician
Job Description: HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGEJob Descriptions JOB TITLE: Simulation Technician
REPORTS TO: Simulation Center Director
DEPARTMENT: Ball Simulation Center
EXEMPT: NoVICE PRESIDENT: Vice President of Instruction - Academic and Transfer Programs
GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTIONAll Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.
Provide technical support for all simulation operations including preparation, maintenance,
and repair of computerized manikins, task trainers, and related multimedia equipment. Assist
Simulation Center Director and Simulation Technology Specialist in implementing simulation
activities, monitoring inventory, and ordering supplies.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Experience in managing and operating
simulation software and equipment
Proficiency in existing and emerging technologies in Healthcare Simulation.
Be able to utilize logistics for simulation space,
equipment, and supplies
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCECertificate or higher degree in a health-related field with healthcare experience required. Experience in managing and operating
simulation software and equipment preferred but not required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues, legislation, and best practices.
Provide technical support for all simulation operations, including preparation, maintenance
and repair of computerized manikins (software and hardware), task trainers and related
multimedia peripherals.
Work collaboratively with Simulation Center Director and Simulation Technology Specialist to
implement simulation activities.
Provide assistance to students and instructors in the simulation lab.
Promote and ensure safe lab practices.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Prepare labs and equipment for teaching sessions.
Record simulated sessions with subsequent editing and transfer into a temporary format for
review and analysis.
Assist the Simulation Technology Specialist to maintain an appropriate inventory of
equipment and supplies to meet simulation implementation needs.
Assist Simulation Technology Specialist with utilization logistics for simulation space,
equipment, and supplies
Provide technical support for computer-based multimedia systems and their components,
including operation of digital cameras, video cameras, audio/video mixer, digital/analog
converter, monitors, LCD projectors, and other equipment.
Understand the use and operation of relevant simulation modalities ranging from anatomic
models, task trainers, screen-based simulations, high-fidelity human patient simulators,
standardized patients, and virtual reality simulators.
Maintain proficiency in existing and emerging technologies.
Assist Simulation Technology Specialist with routine equipment maintenance, inventory, and
updates.
Provide support to standardized patients to include training, safety, and moulage.
Assist Simulation Technology Specialist with utilization logistics for simulation space,
equipment, and supplies.
Maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
Participate in appropriate educational opportunities as indicated to keep abreast of current
practices and equipment in the field of simulation.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Not Applicable
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.
The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities outdoors and off site.
We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths, ideas, and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions, drive innovation, and deliver better results
MissionHinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.
VisionHinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.
ValuesHinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:
- Integrity
- Diversity
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Leadership
- Stewardship
In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts, Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn, work and serve our communities.
The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:EEOC Compliance: The Office of Human Resources
PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3396 or Email: EEOC@hindscc.edu.
Title IX: Vice President Student Services, Title IX Coordinator
PO Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: 601-857-3353 or Email: TitleIX@hindscc.edu.
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
Position Type: 12 Month 260 Days
Job Classification:Simulation
Scheduled Hours:37.5