The post holder will provide day to day co-ordination of all technical aspects of operating the Simulation Centre, including support with the delivery of simulation training and maintenance of equipment and facilities. It will involve working closely within Medical Leads, faculty, course delegates and other centre based staff.
Main duties of the job
Set-up & Operation of Simulation EquipmentPrepare, operate, & maintain high-fidelity manikins, clinical task trainers, AV systems, and supporting IT equipment for simulation sessions.
Technical Support During SessionsProvide real-time technical assistance during simulations, including operating manikin software, adjusting physiological parameters & troubleshooting equipment.
Scenario Programming & ManagementAssist in the development & programming of simulation scenarios in coordination with faculty & clinical educators.
AV Recording & Debrief SupportOperate AV equipment to record sessions for debrief & learning & manage playback during post-simulation reviews.
Equipment Maintenance & Inventory ManagementPerform routine checks, maintenance &repairs on simulation equipment manage inventory, ordering & safe storage of all simulation resources.
Environment Setup & ResetPrepare & restore simulated clinical environments (e.g., wards, theatres, emergency settings) to replicate realistic scenarios.
Health and Safety ComplianceEnsure all equipment is used safely & in compliance with infection prevention, manual handling & data protection protocols.
Liaison & CoordinationWork closely with educators, clinicians, learners to support the delivery of simulation training, including scheduling, setup, feedback.
Innovation & DevelopmentSupport the continuous improvement of simulation services by staying up to date with new technologies & contributing to service development projects.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
* Trained in healthcare/administration to NVQ level 3 (equivalent or higher)
* Science Council/ASPiH registered Science Technician or commitment to achieve registration.
Knowledge and Training
* Willingness to undertake further training in support of role.
* knowledge of Simulation Based Education and associated methodologies.
* Proficient in the use of Microsoft N365 Systems.
* Able to work creatively to devise and apply moulage techniques in support of high fidelity simulation.
Experience
* Experience in supporting the delivery of simulation based education.
* Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
* Experience of working in a multi-professional environment.
* Experience of working in an educational setting.
Communication and Relationship Skills
* Excellent communication skills and understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
* Able to articulate and effectively communicate specialist and technical information so that participants in simulation are able to use equipment safely and effectively.
* Ability to build effective working relationships with staff across the medical education team.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
* Able to evaluate technical aspects of simulation delivery and identify limitations and areas for improvement.
* Able to troubleshoot issues with Audio/Visual systems and high fidelity manikins in order to ensure smooth running of sessions.
Planning and Organisational Skills
* Use own initiative to identify works to be completed, in a timely and efficient manner.
* Able to use digital systems such as, but not limited to bookwise, MS Teams, Microsoft 365 in order to support the organisation of simulation sessions.
* Able to respond flexibly and positively to changing requirements.
* Able to adjust working times to accommodate later finishing, early starts and occasional weekend working.
Physical Skills
* Able to undertake a moderate degree of moving and handling duties.
Equality Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values.
* Able to provide safe, caring and effective services.
* Values and behaviours that reflect the Trusts values of Care Respect and Responsibility
* Comminment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valid
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.
£24,937 to £26,598 a yearPro rata Per Annum
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