Simulation Teaching Assistant

Job Summary

The Simulation Teaching Associate serves in a professional staff position as a member of the Health Professions Learning Center (HPLC) team. This role is responsible for supporting daily operations of the HPLC and assists with student skill performance and other aspects of student learning under the supervision of a faculty member. The Simulation Teaching Associate collaborates with faculty and staff to enhance learning in lab and simulation settings and provides expertise to include, but not limited to, scenario staging, appropriate supplies, and operation of healthcare simulation technology, high-fidelity manikins, procedural task trainers and other clinical equipment.

Duties & Essential Job Functions

1. Analyzes and organizes needs for skills activities and complex high-fidelity simulation scenarios developed by faculty.
2. Implements assigned simulation courses and/or activities following Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice™ for scenario production. Operates simulation technology, programs high-fidelity manikins, acts as voice of manikin and reports elements of student performance to faculty.
3. Serves as resource to faculty to create realistic clinical or residential settings for learning, including identification of specialized equipment and supplies for learning activities.
4. Verifies proper medications are programmed, stocked and labeled in automated medication dispensing system for lab and simulation needs.
5. Ensures consumable supplies are ordered and adequate supplies are available for scheduled courses/activities.
6. Develops academic electronic health record (EHR) content and verifies function.
7. Assists with Simulated Participant/Patient (SP) training, preparation for scenario, and provides feedback to Resource Coordinator on SP performance.
8. Remediates individual students with additional practice to improve performance at request of lab, simulation and clinical faculty. Communicates student performance or concerns to referring faculty member.
9. Collects data and monitors simulation courses for consistency and program effectiveness, providing reports to Course Coordinators and Director.
10. Coordinates events (e.g., open houses, summer camps) and provides tours of HPLC areas.
11. Troubleshoots clinical equipment and simulation technology using independent decision-making skills. Resolves equipment malfunctions or refers advanced issues to Simulation Specialist.
12. Lead for clinical equipment and procedural task trainers: cleaning, preventive maintenance, and repair. Keeps accurate data regarding clinical equipment in inventory system. Interfaces with vendors.
13. Participates in scholarly projects, as appropriate, in lab and simulation settings.
14. Maintains confidentiality related to student information including academic performance and simulation outcomes.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing
• Three years of clinical experience in acute patient care

Preferred Education & Experience

• Either Staff Development or Preceptor experience in a practice setting

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training

• Registered Nurse with an unencumbered license in the State of Texas.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support or American Red Cross CPR certification

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training

• American Heart Association BLS Instructor
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge to access electronic resources.
• Skill in all components of Microsoft Office to include Word and Excel.
• Ability to interact with low and high-fidelity technology.
• Ability to clearly communicate information orally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with students and faculty in a professional manner.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

TCU Core Competencies

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations)

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

• Work is indoors and active and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• Ability to stand for 4 continuous hours a day.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

Employment Values Statement

Texas Christian University values Integrity, Engagement, Community, and Excellence in the workplace. TCU treats applicants and employees with fairness and respect. TCU hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and their commitment to making a positive impact on our student-centered community. TCU is an equal opportunity employer and follows all applicable employment laws. TCU fairly considers all qualified individuals, ensuring we are a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.