The role of the Simulation Technician is to provide effective and efficient delivery of technical and administrative support to the simulation faculty.
Main duties of the job
To co-ordinate the use with the maintenance of all simulation training equipment within the Trust. The post holder will act as a professional resource for all members of the hospital team and act as a key resource for simulation training. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining an asset register of all simulation equipment. The post holder will maintain high standards of simulation training through audit and act on any issues identified. The post holder will be expected to work with training faculty across the Trust and regionally to provide simulation training which will be used to support improvements in the delivery of patient care by skilling staff in the training environment. Professional registration with The Science Council or equivalent is required if not already obtained.
Job responsibilities
Be responsible for managing and prioritising own workload and maintaining accurate records. Has the ability to analyse and interpret a range of clinical and technical information. Ensure the simulation suite provides a supportive environment. The post holder will manage their own workload. The post holder is responsible for maintaining an up-to-date asset register, an up-to-date service and cleaning log of all simulation equipment. The post holder will facilitate training programmes in the preparation, setting up of the simulation equipment, the room, computer programming of simulation scenarios and the use of high-tech audio-visual equipment (SMOTS) both in the simulation suite and in clinical areas. To assist simulation faculty in running scenarios by running the software control programme and use evaluation as a guide to develop simulation training.
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
* A recognised technical qualification
* Experience of working in an educational setting
* Expertise in using enhanced technology
* Expertise and experience in IM&T related to simulation or willingness to undertake training
* Experience of troubleshooting skills
* Valid UK driving licence
* Experience of working in a clinical setting
* Experience of working in a simulation/learning environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£26,530 to £29,114 a year pro rata per annum
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