What are the responsibilities and job description for the Simulation Educator position at UW Health?
Work Schedule:
This is a full time, 40 hours/week position. Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
Be part of something remarkable
Come develop, coordinate, and facilitate simulation-based education events for the Simulation Center.
We are seeking a Simulation Educator to:
- Partner with clients to develop curriculum, including goals, learning objectives, case scenarios, program planning, assessment tools and other resources for clinical departments and other groups utilizing the Simulation Center.
- Lead event and scenario planning meetings to provide best practice simulation based and event expertise consistent with capabilities and limitations of the Simulation Center Staff, equipment and facilities to meet Simulationist's needs.
- Participate in running simulation events and scenarios as appropriate.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in education, simulation, healthcare or related discipline Required
Work Experience
- 3 years of relevant clinical experience Required
- 3 years Experience in patient simulation services, education, technologies and applications Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- Certification as an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor or eligibility to obtain BLS Instructor certification within 2 Yrs Required
- Certification as an American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor or eligibility to obtain ACLS Instructor certification within 2 Yrs Required
- Provider-level certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 2 Yrs Required
- Simulation Certification from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (CHSOS, CHSE) within 3 Yrs Preferred
Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging
UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
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