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Position Details

The Department of Nursing in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa has an opening for a full time Nursing Skills and Simulation Lab (NSSL) technician. This position will require medical and technical expertise in the operation and maintenance of patient simulators in a clinical setting. This 12-month staff position, reports to the College Dean, and the Director/ Chair of Nursing in consultation with the Nursing Skills/Simulation Lab Director.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical and operational support of simulators, computers, audio-visual and other NSSL equipment to all faculty and instructional staff
• Assemble/disassemble, operate, and clean equipment, furniture, instruments, props, simulators, and all accessories for all Nursing skills and simulation Laboratory (NSSL) activities.
• Prepare practice medications, room props, equipment and other resources as required for all NSSL activities
• Re-set room and equipment during and after each activity
• Inspect and maintain all simulators and equipment to ensure safe operation and effective performance of simulators
• Operate, test, and troubleshoot all audiovisual, healthcare devices, simulators, and other equipment that is utilized in the NSSL
• Maintain the appearance of all lab and clinical space in NSSL
• Support and assist faculty in NSSL activities
• Set up and assist with tours and other publicity as needed
• Monitor inventory of medical equipment, simulators and disposable medical supplies
• Inventory and stock the Pyxis as needed
• Report equipment, inventory, and simulation needs to the director of the NSSL
• Keep storage areas orderly and stocked according to par levels
• Respectful communication skills (written and oral) to support interactions with faculty, learners, and staff

Physical Requirements:

• Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 30 pounds routinely to move objects.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in healthcare preferred such as EMT, military medic, CNA
• Associate degree in a science or technology related field, preferred; experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
• Ability to understand and operate most equipment found in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to receive and convey information clearly and concisely.
• Knowledge of the features and capabilities of basic multimedia equipment, including video equipment.

Required Attachments:

Please be sure to attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

 1. Cover Letter

 2. Resume

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Submission Guidelines

To receive full consideration for employment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload required documents for this position at time of application submission.  Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.

Additional Information

This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not to determine specific duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific task assigned to the position.