Simulation Laboratory Operations Technician

• Posting Number:** 0603016
• Recruitment Type:** Open to All Applicants
• Position Title:** Simulation Laboratory Operations Technician
• Position Type:** Staff
• Benefits Status:** Benefits Eligible
• FLSA:** Non-Exempt
• Hiring Range:** $22.25- $25.17 per hour, plus excellent benefits.
• Location: **Tacoma campus, with possible occasional work at the Lynnwood campus.
• Department:** Nursing, School of
• Posting Date:** 11/24/2025
• Closing Date:** Until a sufficient number of qualified applicants has been identified.
  
  

Work Schedule

Full-time, Monday-Friday, varied hours between 7am-7pm.

Occasional evening or weekend shifts may be required.

General Description

The Simulation Laboratory Operations Technician will provide technical and mechanical support for the Clinical Learning and Simulation Center (CLSC). Using industry standards and established best practice, this individual will be responsible for the audiovisual equipment, inventory, support, maintenance and setup, computer software support, as well as the care of the mannequins and other equipment used in the simulation program. Reports to the Simulation and Learning Laboratory Operations Manager.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of simulation/lab equipment catalogs and operation manuals.
• Program simulator software to model simulator's physiological response to instructor specifications.
• Operate patient simulators and cameras for the duration of simulations.
• Operate and maintain audio-visual and debriefing systems.
• Set up and take down simulation laboratory equipment; may involve rapid turnover of simulation lab set up.
• Maintain and repair all simulation equipment, including patient simulators, computers, monitors and a variety of medical equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and contacts vendors.
• Communicate effectively with faculty, administrative staff and other simulation center staff.
• Communicate effectively with manufacturers regarding maintenance, repairs, updates and technology changes.
• Collaborate with supervisor to organize, maintain and restock simulation supplies.
• Provide technical support for task trainers and multimedia peripherals including beds/examination tables, headwalls, patient monitors, and other health care equipment, medication dispensing systems and vital sign monitors.
• Provide theatrical production (costuming and moulage) for simulation scenarios as requested.
• Provide technical assistance, support and training to faculty, instructors and staff in use of simulation equipment.
• Coordinate simulation center schedule (including Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE), sim and classroom) in compliance with simulation center policies working to prevent scheduling conflicts.
• Provide recommendations on equipment, supplies and materials.
• Collect data for ongoing research or grant requirements.
• Set up and maintain computer-based training programs.
• Maintain simulation activities and learner confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy/physiology.

Mechanical skills to competently maintain and use equipment in the simulation center.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) to interact with and work effectively with other faculty, staff, students, and vendors in a positive, helpful and cooperative working