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Five Iron Golf Chicago LLC

Facilities Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Simulator Operations Take full ownership of simulator operations by collaborating with location management to ensure all equipment is effectively maintained. Responsibilities include: * Overseeing ...

Five Iron Golf

Facilities Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Simulator Operations Take full ownership of simulator operations by collaborating with location management to ensure all equipment is effectively maintained. Responsibilities include: * Overseeing ...

Erm

Visual Simulations Technician

Chicago, IL

$95K - $121K/yr

ERM is seeking a Visual Simulations Technician to join our growing Visual Services team. This role ... For the Managing Technical Consultant, Data Analytics & Visualization position, the anticipated ...

ERM

Visual Simulations Technician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$95K - $121K/yr

ERM is seeking a Visual Simulations Technician to join our growing Visual Services team. This role ... For the Managing Technical Consultant, Data Analytics & Visualization position, the anticipated ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for simulation manager in Lisle, IL is $66,663.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,400.00 and $78,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a simulation manager?

Simulation Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of simulation-based training and educational programs. They often work in fields such as healthcare, aviation, or engineering, managing simulation labs, coordinating scenarios, and ensuring equipment and technology are maintained. Their duties include supervising staff, developing curricula, and ensuring that simulation activities meet organizational and accreditation standards. Simulation Managers play a key role in enhancing training outcomes by providing realistic and effective learning experiences.

How does a simulation manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams in a project environment?

Simulation Managers often work closely with engineering, design, and project management teams to ensure that simulation models accurately reflect real-world scenarios. They facilitate regular meetings to gather requirements, validate data inputs, and communicate simulation results to stakeholders. Effective collaboration involves translating technical findings into actionable insights for non-technical team members, helping guide decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires strong communication skills and a proactive approach to ensure alignment across all involved departments.

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

To thrive as a Simulation Manager, you need expertise in simulation-based training, project management, and a relevant degree such as in healthcare, engineering, or education. Familiarity with simulation software (e.g., Laerdal, CAE), audiovisual systems, and potentially certifications like Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) is important. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help in coordinating teams and delivering effective training experiences. These skills ensure the successful implementation and management of simulation programs that enhance learning outcomes and operational efficiency.

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Assistant Director, Clinical Simulation & Resuscitation Quality

The University of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Department
BSD SIM - Administration
About the Department
The UChicago Simulation Center strives to measurably improve the quality, safety, and experience of healthcare delivery through the application of cutting-edge simulation methods, systems thinking, human-centered design, and innovative technology. Dedicated to high-quality simulation, the Simulation Center partners across the University of Chicago Health System and Biological Sciences Division to co-design and implement simulation-based programs that promote clinical readiness, skill development, digital innovation, and research.
Job Summary
The Assistant Director, Clinical Simulation & Resuscitation Quality supports operations of the simulation lab to ensure effective delivery of center programming with a focus on quality assurance. This role may provide direct supervision to professionals at the and serves as an advisor to Center leadership to set goals.
Responsibilities
  • Co-design clinical scenarios alongside hospital clinical educators, residency program directors, and academic faculty to target specific learning gaps.
  • Actively incorporate clinical priority quality and safety concepts directly into simulation scenarios leveraging existing system committees, experts, and data trends.
  • Enable and coordinate interprofessional simulation initiatives to enhance communication and clinical teamwork.
  • Maintain the master scenario library, ensuring clinical accuracy, up-to-date guidelines, and standard formats.
  • Cultivate a culture of learning and psychological safety for all staff and learners that engage with the Simulation Center.
  • Establish and manage a system-wide mock code program, including governance, scheduling cadence, performance feedback mechanisms, and standardized scenario design for cardiac, respiratory, and other high-acuity emergency events.
  • Tailor mock code scenarios and equipment/medication protocols to the distinct needs of inpatient, ambulatory, adult, and pediatric care settings, ensuring age- and acuity-appropriate realism.
  • Coordinate with unit-based champions, nursing leadership, and rapid response/code teams to schedule unannounced and announced mock codes across care sites.
  • Lead structured debriefs after each mock code and ensure timely feedback loops to unit leadership and participating staff.
  • Standardize mock code evaluation tools to assess team performance, role clarity, communication (e.g., closed-loop, SBAR), time-to-intervention, and adherence to resuscitation guidelines (e.g., AHA/PALS/ACLS/NRP).
  • Aggregate and trend mock code performance data across departments and campuses to identify systemic gaps and prioritize targeted retraining and incorporation into other Resuscitation Core programming (ACLS, PALS, BLS, NRP).
  • Partner with resuscitation committees, code blue committees, and emergency preparedness leadership to align mock code findings with system-wide quality and safety initiatives.
  • Establish and oversee instructor audit, feedback review, and coaching to ensure fidelity to best practices and maximize effectiveness of instructors across the resuscitation core (BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP).
  • Lead performance improvement efforts related to instructional quality, programmatic efficiency, and transparent reporting.
  • Create training opportunities for simulation team members and faculty around clinical competencies identified as key to professional growth and simulation quality.
  • Implements and administers systems, policies, and procedures to support the strategic goals and sustainable growth of the simulation center and programming.
  • Scales and iterates processes across the UChicago Medicine health system to promote quality and standardization of simulation sessions across sites. Travels to locations throughout the health system as necessary to promote continuity and collaboration with a focus on Resuscitation Core and Mock Code programming.
  • Creates and fosters strong partnerships across the Simulation Center as well as throughout the UChicago Medicine health system, serving as a liaison and representative of the Simulation Center.
  • Actively participates as a thought partner and clinical voice to the simulation team.
  • Operates and maintains simulator technologies ranging from anatomic models and task trainers to screen-based simulation to full-body patient simulators and virtual reality surgical simulators.
  • Brings a growth-mindset to all duties, actively learning new technologies and skills.
  • Supports adult learning principles and the learning experience for all center users.
  • Support the mission, vision, and goals of the UChicago Simulation Center.
  • Serves as an active participant (i.e. imbedded actor) in simulation activities as needed.
  • Develops and communicates program priorities and performance standards and assesses operations using these criteria. Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate.
  • Has a deep understanding when interacting with faculty, researchers and staff for committee work or information.
  • Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
  • Masters degree in education, nursing, instructional design, or a related clinical field strongly preferred.

Experience:
  • At least 2 years of direct patient care experience.
  • At least 4 years of experience working in a healthcare or technical environment.
  • At least 2 years of experience working in a simulation environment.
  • Experience in a clinical or educational setting.
  • Experience operating and troubleshooting products and software, including SimMan 3G, SimBaby, SimJunior, HAL, SuperTory and other advanced manikins.
  • Experience as a technician supporting cadaveric and tissue labs.
  • Experience with simulation software platforms such as Laerdal LLEAP.

Preferred Competencies
  • Knowledge of human anatomy and physiologic states.
  • Strong understanding of simulation-based education principles, including scenario setup, debriefing tools, and learner-centered methodologies.
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and professional communication skills.
  • Knowledge of patient simulation services, technologies and applications.
  • Proficiency in MS software applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), database management, and Internet utilization.
  • Ability to express clinical information clearly and simply.
  • Ability to learn new skills and technology quickly and independently.
  • Ability to work well under pressure, set priorities, and make critical decisions.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding job assignments and sensitive issues.
  • Ability to work with internal and external individuals from different disciplines and different levels of training.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate successfully with faculty members, clinical instructors, learners, and other stakeholders concerning educational activities on a daily basis.
  • Self-motivated and requires minimal supervision with the ability to work as a team member.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to work varying hours/days/evening/weekends.
  • Ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously in fast paced environment.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills to manage and resolve issues promptly.

Working Conditions
  • Office environment.
  • Weekend/evening hours: as needed.
  • Travel required: travel across UChicago Medicine's health system footprint as needed; operating a University vehicle.
  • Work requires a moderate amount of walking, transporting equipment, and occasional heavy physical lifting of equipment.
  • Must be able to lift, reach, carry, pull, and push equipment/materials up to 25 pounds frequently, and occasionally up to 75 pounds.
  • Must be able to see, hear, stand, walk, read, and perform manual tasks with or without accommodation and care for oneself with little or no difficulty.
  • Manual dexterity and quick movements required for technical tasks.

Application Documents
  • Resume (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)

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When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Administration & Management
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$75,000.00 - $100,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
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