Simulation Technician - Greater Sudbury, Canada - Health Sciences North

Health Sciences North

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Greater Sudbury, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Simulation Technician:

Competition #

3449

Job Title

Simulation Technician

Department

Simulation Laboratory

Status

Permanent

Work Type

Full-time

Affiliation

Non Union

Shift Assignment

Days

Bilingualism Required

No

Police Check Requirement

N/A

Site

RLHC-Non Union Non Managment

Salary Information

$62,848.50 to $73,944.00 / annum

Application Closing Date

June 14, 2023

KEY FUNCTION:

Provide support to the technological aspects of simulation operations, including maintenance and repair of computerized manikins, task trainers, planning, implementation, and evaluation of simulation activities.

REPORTING:

Under the general direction of the Manager, Simulation Laboratory.

DUTIES:

Provide daily logístical support for simulation activities, including preparing, settingup, and tearing down all skills and simulation areas as determined by faculty/instructors and learning objectives.
Setup simulation equipment for clinical simulation activities.
Operate computerized manikins, operating software, characteristics, programming, and Audio/Visual (A/V) equipment.
Assist medical learners in navigating complex healthcare scenarios by acting as a health care provider during simulation activities.
Conduct ongoing checks, maintenance, and repair (within Simulation Technician abilities) of health care simulation equipment and associated technology to ensure that all equipment is maintained in good working order.
Locate and manage medical supplies needed to enhance delivery of simulation.
Provide technical assistance, support, and training to faculty, instructors, learners, and staff in the use of simulation equipment.
Interact with equipment manufacturers regarding equipment maintenance troubleshooting and system problems.
Assist with maintaining the lab consumable inventory, medical gases, and supplies.
Wash and sterilize surgical instruments used in skills lab.
Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness of the lab.
Perform annual inventory.
Determine and align improvement projects with HSN's Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Minimum of a one (1) year Certificate in a Health Sciences field, from an accredited college.
Ministry of Labour "Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps" training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of two (2) years' experience working in a Medical Simulation environment.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology.
Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Hospital Association (OHA)/Ontario Medical Association's (OMA) Communicable Disease Surveillance Protocols.
Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of Lean methodology for process improvement.
Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software, e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook and patient information systems.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
Demonstrated commitment to the safety of coworkers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

Successful Criminal Record Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) is required.
Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and faculty.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Demonstrated positive work record and excellent attendance record.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
Ability to travel between local sites with the mobile simulation unit.
Demonstrated ability to work outside regular work hours as required.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.