Simulation Operator for Glendale, AZ and Brandon, Suffolk, UK To support the Air Force Medical Service in the development and use of advanced learning technologies and methodologies to improve medical education and training for healthcare teams and patients, for the purpose of improving healthcare outcomes. All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards, principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which CHS is recognized. REQUIRED CERTIFICATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE: Knowledge/Functional Area of Expertise: Expertise with a variety of medical simulation platforms (i.e. CAE, Laerdal, Gaumard, KGS, SynDaver / SynTissue, MOES.). Readiness Skills Verification gaps identified within the Medical Readiness Staff Function and documented in the Medical Readiness Decision Support System. Medical simulation methodology, theory and trends. Standardized patient methodology and program trends. Education and Training: Associates degree or technical certification in a computer technology field (e.g. hardware,networking, helpdesk, etc.), Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience: 3 years’ experience in the medical or military medical field or 2 years’ experience with the operation of patient simulation equipment. Prior Military medical experience is preferred. Have and maintain current certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Participate in training, (including HIPAA training). Must have recent experience in the position that is being applied for, for at least 6 months out of the past year. Required Skills DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Oversee the operation of patient simulation experiences: Assure simulation equipment is in good working condition prior to the start of all simulations; troubleshoot all simulation equipment. Supervise participants in use of simulation equipment, providing an appropriate orientation to simulator features and the simulated learning environment. Manage room set-up and clean-up for healthcare simulations and debriefings; accountable for having the room props, equipment, and other resources prepared for the scheduled. Collaborate with AFMMAST CPO: Coordinate with AFMMAST CPO to design, plan, implement and evaluate simulation education activities, and curriculum materials to support the student achievement of program objectives. Plan, implement, and evaluate clinical lab activities in accordance with program policies, course objectives and programmed learning outcomes. Maintain current knowledge on the use and operation of different simulator technologies including: anatomic models, partial task trainers, computer simulations, integrated patient simulators, and virtual reality simulators. Promote improved learning outcomes: Operate simulation equipment with the ability to follow medical aspects of training scenarios and make appropriate adjustments based on participant actions. Monitor clinical simulator exercises, adjusting parameters and responses for learners and faculty. Manipulate physiologic data and interpret participants’ responses to scenarios. Oversee simulation encounters to include after action reports (AAR) of simulation training. Assist each of the unit’s functional training managers in identifying gaps based on simulator experiences. Assists with the managing of day to day activities and prioritizing tasks. Operates personal computer to access e-mail, electronic calendars, and other basic office support software. Complies with all applicable CHS standards and guidelines. Attends and participates in a variety of meetings and task force groups to improve quality and outcomes, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, new task efforts, and new policy requirements. Other duties as assigned. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must have a valid, current U.S. Driver’s License Must have a current U.S. Passport. Requires a corporate background check, and a favorably adjudicated investigation if required by contract. Must sign a CHS Foreign Service Agreement (FSA) and is bound to the terms and conditions of the FSA. Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write and communicate in English. Work hours are based on 72 hr. work week 12 hours a day. Complete a Foreign Affairs training course prior to deployments. PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS: Must be confirmed by a medical examination to be “medically and dentally fit” in accordance with CHS requirements. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Position Type Full-Time/Regular please send resume to lucy@military-civilian with job title and location in the subject line
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