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Simulation Operations Specialist
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27420907 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | - |
Position Information
Under the supervision of the Director of Simulation Operations, the Simulation Operations Specialist (SOS) is expected to provide educational and technical support for all simulation events at the Center for Simulated Patient Care (CSPC). This position exists to provide technical support for all simulation center operations. This includes the preparation, operation, programming, maintenance and the repair of high-fidelity simulators, task trainers and audiovisual equipment. The SOS will also be responsible for clinical supply maintenance, contacting vendors for technical support and inventory tracking. Incumbent may be required to role-play as a simulated healthcare provider in certain simulation scenarios. In addition to operating the simulators and other simulated equipment, the SOS will provide support to the users of the CSPC, which includes administrative support and research initiatives to help further the educational mission of the CSPC. Additionally, verifying and documenting equipment use and session attendance is expected. Other duties as assigned. The budgeted salary for this position is up to $70,900.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.**
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment.**
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
Certifications
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Certified Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 2 - 4 years of related experience. | Required |
| Previous experience working with simulation education | Preferred |
| Experience in ACLS, BLS and PALS | Preferred |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Communication skills; includes verbal, written and active listening. Service oriented and responsive to questions and requests. Ability to interact in a professional, resourceful, and courteous manner.
Investigative, data analysis, and reporting skills. Ability to generate computer reports, checking for errors, correcting and submitting accurate reports. Skills include entering, maintaining, extracting, and analyzing data in electronic systems.
Excellent organizational skills, analytical, and demonstrated attention to detail. Ability to work with extremely complex faculty calendars/schedules requires extremely well organized and detail oriented precision.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to develop working relationships within department and with learners.
Basic knowledge of relevant policies and regulatory requirements. Basic knowledge of health professions education industry.
Knowledge of educational technology and systems. Ability to troubleshoot and triages related technology issues.
Basic knowledge of administrative analysis and operations research. Acquiring skills in developing and implementing processes and systems. Familiarity with the administrative and operational implications in a program.
Investigative, data analysis, and reporting skills. Ability to generate computer reports, checking for errors, correcting and submitting accurate reports. Skills include entering, maintaining, extracting, and analyzing data in electronic systems.
Excellent organizational skills, analytical, and demonstrated attention to detail. Ability to work with extremely complex faculty calendars/schedules requires extremely well organized and detail oriented precision.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to develop working relationships within department and with learners.
Basic knowledge of relevant policies and regulatory requirements. Basic knowledge of health professions education industry.
Knowledge of educational technology and systems. Ability to troubleshoot and triages related technology issues.
Basic knowledge of administrative analysis and operations research. Acquiring skills in developing and implementing processes and systems. Familiarity with the administrative and operational implications in a program.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to analyze and seek solutions to enhance the user experience
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview