Simulation Technician, Academic Health Science

Simulation Technician, Academic Health Science

Primary Purpose: To serve as a Lead Simulation Technician (ST) while working as an independent and collaborative interdisciplinary team member. The Lead ST coordinates the communication, planning, setup, and implementation of simulated learning experiences within the Clinical Learning Resource Center (CLRC). Acting as the lead for assigned courses, projects, and operational activities, this position coordinates workflow, facilitates communication among team members, and delegates project-related tasks as required to support successful delivery of clinical learning experiences. This position is integral to maintaining the clinical learning areas as part of a high-caliber service unit for health science colleges and programs. The role helps foster an environment of collaboration, excellent customer service, and efficient day-to-day operations to meet the educational and research needs of various health science programs and external partners.

Nature of Work: Reporting to the CLRC Manager, the Lead Simulation Technician (ST) works collaboratively with CLRC staff, faculty, students, standardized patients, and visitors to support the delivery of clinical learning experiences within a simulated healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for planning and implementing clinical labs and other learning activities for various health science colleges and schools, while ensuring operational requirements are met efficiently and effectively.

As the lead for assigned courses, projects, and operational initiatives, the incumbent provides functional guidance related to workflow, prioritization, and task allocation, supporting the successful delivery of activities across the CLRC. This position plays a key role in facilitating collaboration, mentoring team members, and promoting consistent, high-quality service.

This incumbent requires excellent problem-solving, time management, organizational, leadership, and mentoring skills. The position may involve constant interruptions, changing priorities, strict deadlines, multiple competing demands, addressing complex issues, moderate to heavy physical labour, and extended periods of standing. Evening and occasional weekend work may be required.

Typical Duties:

• Coordinate the operational aspects of course implementation, including clinic room setup with identified supplies and equipment, lab support during turnover times, equipment management, and cleanup following all events.
• Coordinate workflow, delegate project-related tasks, and collaborate with Simulation Technicians and other CLRC team members to ensure operational requirements are met and courses run smoothly.
• Work closely with faculty during sessions to ensure course delivery requirements are met.
• Manage equipment and consumable inventories for each course offered, updating lists as necessary, ensuring supplies are current, and assisting with ordering.
• Maintain CLRC facilities, including clinic rooms and other CLRC and USask spaces, as clean and organized learning environments; maintain checklists of required supplies and equipment; and conduct daily room restocking as needed.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and knowledge sharing to less experienced team members to support skill development and consistent service delivery.
• Assist with problem-solving by identifying and recommending solutions related to scheduling, space management, equipment, and supplies, and coordinate resolutions independently or in collaboration with the CLRC Manager.
• Provide excellent customer service to faculty, instructors, students, clients, and visitors.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding job assignments, courses, student activities, and other sensitive matters.
• Specialized duties related to the Clinical Assessment Area:
• Coordinate the day-to-day operational activities of the Clinical Assessment Area.
• Coordinate learner practice sessions and support learner Special Interest Groups.
• Coordinate equipment loan programs and related processes.

Qualifications

Education: Undergraduate degree; related health care degree, diploma or certificate preferred.

Experience: 1-2 years of experience leading projects, coordinating workflows, or providing functional guidance to team members is required; 1-2 years of healthcare experience is required; proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required. Demonstrated administrative experience, including scheduling, event planning, and managing multiple concurrent projects is essential; experience in customer service or other roles requiring strong interpersonal and communication skills is highly preferred.

Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; strong organizational and time management abilities; demonstrated ability to multitask while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment; demonstrated tact, professionalism, and diplomacy; proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines; proficiency with video-based applications such as Panopto and Zoom, as well as Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams; strong initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn.

Department: Academic Health SciencesStatus: Term 1 year with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: CUPE 1975 - Restricted
Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:30-16:00 or 9:00-17:30
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $30.25 - 38.38 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable):Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band:Phase 5
Posted Date: 10/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 at 6:00 pm CSTNumber of Openings:1
Work Location:On Campus

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