Ophthalmology Simulation Specialist, Center for Procedural Skills & Simulation

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:      

• A bachelor's degree in health care, anatomy, science or other related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong foundation in clinical skills including history taking, patient education, common clinical procedures, and inter-personal communication.
• Experience with laboratory settings, tissue handling, and Bioskills best practices, or willingness to learn.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex scheduling and balance multiple competing demands for resources.
• Flexibility to accommodate variability in work hours as necessary to facilitate learning events
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
• Certification as a Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) or a Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS), or expectation to complete certification within 1 year of hiring.

Desired:  

• Ability to move 50 pounds or more on occasion.
• Previous experience with clinical simulation equipment or other complex technological devices.
• Knowledge of UI Health Care policies, procedures and regulations.
• Demonstrated skills to troubleshoot and investigate operational difficulties with medical, computer and/or audiovisual equipment.
• Knowledge of simulation education with scenario development and debriefing skills.
• Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) – current certification.

Application Process:

• In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
• Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
• Professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
• This position is not eligible for University of Iowa sponsorship for employment authorization.
• For questions, contact Heidi Bodensteiner at heidi-bodensteiner@uiowa.edu