PRN Patient Simulation & Lab Technician (Temporary)
Holyoke Community College

Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.

The PRN Simulation Technician provides technical and administrative support to the simulation program as needed. The Technician ideally has a background in the operation, programming, repair or maintenance of patient simulation equipment or medical lab equipment. The PRN Technician will provide support to the lab's simulation activities as requested by the full-time simulation staff. The PRN Technician will provide support lab organization. The PRN Technician will have strong diagnostic and problem solving skills, excellent communication skills both written and oral, and the ability to work independently as well as within various teams. Please note:This is not a teaching position.

Maintain the Center as a clean, safe and operational facility and optimal learning environment following universal precautions and CDC guidelines.

Manipulate simulator during scenario; perform on the fly troubleshooting; and provide theatrical support, as needed.

Set up and breakdown lab activities based on program needs.

Provide back-up support to full-time simulation technician.

Troubleshoot all simulators and peripheral equipment and obtain warranty service and/or on-site repair as appropriate.

Maintain a database for inventory of supplies and perform inventory of supplies.

REQUIRED:

Associate degree in science, computer science, or healthcare field;

Experience in a lab setting with working with lab equipment, including maintaining, programming, troubleshooting, cleaning and repairing lab equipment;

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and selected Mac applications;

Experience with audio visual equipment and technology including production and editing;

Exhibit strong diagnostic and problem solving skills;

Excellent communication skills both written and oral;

Ability to work independently as well as within various teams;

Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.

PREFERRED:

One year of experience in the healthcare field;

Experience with patient simulation mannequins;

CHE certification;

Patient simulator repair certification.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the required qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position.

Part-Time, Non-Benefited Position (TEMPORARY POSITION)

Hourly Rate: $33.95Hours: No more than 18.5 hours per week when needed.
Start Date: December, 2024 and ongoing as needed
- All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
Pre-Employment Background check, including Criminal History will be conducted for all positions.

Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

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