Quality Assurance & Institutional Effectiveness
Training Manager - Simulation
Administrative
Type
FT
Qualifications
Experience
CASH
Department
Bachelors in relevant field
Head
Reporting to
6 years
License
BLS Instructor, ACLS Instructor
Knowledge
Life support protocols, emergency medicine, simulation technology
FT/PT
Skills
Teaching, communication, inter personal, problem solving
Responsibilities
Overseeing and managing medical simulation training programs within a healthcare institution or educational setting. Simulation training involves replicating real-life medical scenarios using lifelike manikins, simulated patients, and other training tools. Here are common responsibilities associated with the role of a Medical Simulation Training Manager:
Program Development:
Develop, implement, and update medical simulation training programs in collaboration with healthcare professionals and educators.
Design scenarios that align with learning objectives and clinical competencies.
Curriculum Design:
Work with subject matter experts to design realistic and relevant simulation-based curricula.
Ensure alignment with accreditation standards and educational goals.
Equipment Management:
Oversee the procurement, maintenance, and utilization of simulation equipment, including high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, and other simulation tools.
Conduct regular checks to ensure equipment functionality.
Simulation Facility Oversight:
Manage the simulation training facility, including simulation rooms, control rooms, and debriefing areas.
Ensure a safe and conducive learning environment.
Staff Training:
Train and mentor simulation instructors and facilitators on effective simulation techniques.
Provide ongoing professional development to simulation staff.
Scenario Development:
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop realistic and complex simulation scenarios.
Create scenarios that address a range of medical conditions and emergency situations.
Debriefing Facilitation:
Oversee the debriefing process after simulation sessions.
Ensure that debriefing sessions focus on reflection, feedback, and continuous improvement.
Quality Assurance:
Implement quality assurance processes to ensure the effectiveness and accuracy of simulation training.
Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of simulation scenarios and outcomes.
Integration with Curriculum:
Collaborate with academic programs to integrate simulation training seamlessly into the overall curriculum.
Ensure that simulation experiences align with clinical rotations and coursework.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
Facilitate collaboration between different healthcare disciplines to create interdisciplinary simulation scenarios.
Promote teamwork and communication skills through simulation.
Assessment and Evaluation:
Develop assessment tools to measure participant performance during simulation scenarios.
Evaluate the effectiveness of simulation-based learning in achieving educational objectives.
Research and Innovation:
Stay informed about advances in simulation technology and educational research.
Integrate innovative technologies and methodologies into simulation training.
Budget Management:
Develop and manage budgets for simulation programs, including equipment purchases, maintenance, and staff training.
Seek grant opportunities and external funding sources.
Data Management:
Maintain accurate records of simulation activities, participant performance, and evaluation data.
Generate reports for program assessment and accreditation purposes.
Community Outreach:
Engage with the local healthcare community and other stakeholders to promote the benefits of simulation training.
Collaborate with external organizations for joint training initiatives.
Emergency Response Simulations:
Develop and conduct simulations focused on emergency response and disaster preparedness.
Coordinate with local emergency services for realistic scenarios.
Professional Development:
Stay current with best practices in simulation-based education and healthcare.