Simulation Operations Specialist, Mobile Simulation Unit

Sutter Health Simulation Technician

Sutter Health is one of the nation's leading not-for-profit networks of community-based health care providers. This position will provide technical and mechanical support for the mobile simulation unit and backup support to our brick and mortar simulation centers. Using industry standards and established best practice, this individual will be responsible for the audiovisual equipment, inventory, support, maintenance and setup, computer software support, as well as the care of the manikins and other equipment used in the simulation program. May also provide simulation support prior to and during simulations in collaboration with subject matter experts. This role will require frequent travel throughout the organization to support the mobile simulation program needs.

Applicant must have one of the following:

• BS degree in Computer Science, Management Information Technology, Healthcare discipline, Medical Technology, or related field.
• AA/AS degree with at least 2 years related experience or the equivalent in the Information Technology Field.
• AS degree in healthcare field: Paramedic, medic, EMT, emergency tech, C.N.A., Respiratory Therapist, L.V.N. or hospital technician.

Mechanical skills to competently maintain and use equipment in the simulation center. Familiarity with anesthesia machines, physiological monitoring system, infant incubators, ventilators, and other common medical device systems. Clinical knowledge and experience working in a healthcare related field such as EMT, paramedic, or other allied health profession certification and training. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) to interact with and work effectively with other faculty, staff, students, and vendors in a positive, helpful, and cooperative working relationship. Experience with providing technical support in networking, computer hardware or software. Familiarity with PC and Mac platforms with experience in MS Office and the ability to learn additional software programs, including audiovisual and computerized simulation equipment. Knowledge of operation of standard audio-visual equipment: projectors, microphones, portable screens, media players, etc. Organizational and time management skills to keep materials in order, track various projects, maintain files, and follow through assignments to completion. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information. Ability to quickly learn new technology. Ability to express technical information clearly and simply to non-technical persons. Availability to work evening/weekends.

Pay Range is $34.25 to $51.38 / hour. Emeryville Pay Range is $37.68 to $56.52 / hour. The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.