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Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Simulation Lab Assistant
Posting Number
2024006CP
Position Information
Classification Title
Inst Classroom Sup Tech 3
Classification Code
255O
RCW Exemption Criteria
No Exemption
EWU Position Number
C99054
CUPA Code
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
BU 1
% Full Time
100
Salary / Wage Range
CS - 47
Salary Information
The salary for this position is $48,648 (minimum) up to $56,352. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.
Anticipated Start Date
As Soon As Possible - Position is Available Now
Term of Appointment
12
Location
Spokane
County
Spokane
Project Description
N/A
Project Duration
N/A
Background Check
Yes - Both
Responsible HR User
Saundra Godin
Responsible HR User Email address
sgodin@ewu.edu
Position Details
Job Summary
The School of Nursing, in the College of Health, Science & Public Health at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking skilled and team-oriented applicants for our full time Simulation Lab Assistant position.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative and caring faculty and staff committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to excellence in serving the community.
The simulation lab assistant reports to the director of simulation. This individual has primary responsibility for coordinating instructional support activities in the Nursing Program. The position will assist faculty and clinical instructors who teach in the skills laboratory and simulation suites. The simulation lab assistant provides technical expertise in the operation and maintenance of equipment such as human patient simulators and their associated hardware, software, and audiovisual equipment. This position provides support in developing simulation demonstrations.
See Job Duties section for detailed description of the positions responsibilities.
On top of salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.
See Job Duties section for detailed description of the positions responsibilities.
On top of salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.
EWU expands opportunities for personal transformation through excellence in learning.
Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on February 22, 2024 and will continue to be screened until recruitment is closed.
Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on February 22, 2024 and will continue to be screened until recruitment is closed.
About Eastern Washington University
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWUs 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washingtons second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelors and masters degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 22-23 College of Distinction (CoD).
Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a 22-23 College of Distinction (CoD).
Money magazine recently named EWU as one of its Best Colleges in America 2023.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this placethe knowledge that comes from the land.
Diversity Statement
EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.
Conditions of Employment
This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.
All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
This position is covered by the Washington Federation of State Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement:
https://in.ewu.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/40/2023/06/WFSE-EWU-CBA-Barg.-Units-1-and-2-FINAL-2023-2025.pdf
Upon hire you must complete required DEI, Hazing, Harassment and Title IX training, and other federal, state & university mandated trainings. You can access the online training at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/.
Upon hire you must complete required DEI, Hazing, Harassment and Title IX training, and other federal, state & university mandated trainings. You can access the online training at https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/orientation/ or complete the training in person or via Zoom. In person and Zoom training opportunities will be posted on InsideEWU and are listed on Human Resources https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/training/.
Physical Demands
Contact Saundra Godin in Human Resource Services at sgodin@ewu.edu to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical and mental demands.
Pre-Placement Physical
No
Hearing Test
No
Medical Monitoring Post Hire
No
Protective Equipment
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in allied health, technical education, or related field
- Some experience in healthcare simulation (via internship or work-related training)
- Organizational skills and the ability to follow directions
- Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities
- Demonstrated interest, ability and/or experience promoting cultural competency, universal accessibility, and/or diversity.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2 years experience in healthcare simulation
- Knowledge of patient simulation services, technologies, and applications
- Strong computer skills, including use of MS Office, Google Suite, and Canvas or other learning management system
- Experience in healthcare field
- Previous experience operating human patient simulators (manikins)
Other Skills and Abilities
Work Schedule Type
Regular
Work Schedule
Monday Friday, 8am 5pm, with occasional evenings
Posting Date
02/08/2024
Open Until Further Notice
Yes
Closing Date
Screening to Begin
02/22/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
It is strongly recommended that you print a copy of these instructions and the position posting before you begin to complete the online application, as the instructions will not be viewable once you begin the application process.
Required documentation includes all of the items listed below.
- Attach a detailed cover letter in which you explain how you meet each of the required qualifications [and preferred qualifications, if applicable]. It is preferred that you provide that information in a bulleted list or within a table within your cover letter.
- Attach a chronological resume including work history and major duties, education, and any specialized training or skills related to the position. List at least 3 professional references including: names, titles, organization name, phone numbers, email addresses, and connection to you (these can be identical to the references listed on the application).
- Complete the online application form and respond to the online questions, if applicable.
- Diversity Response As an equal opportunity employer with a multicultural staff and student population, we are interested in how your qualifications prepare you to work with diverse faculty, staff, and student populations representing various cultures and backgrounds that may be different from your own. You will be asked to attach a diversity response as part of the online application process: Please describe how you will apply an approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Application Types Accepted
Profile
Job Duties
% of Time
45
Responsibility / Duty
Faculty Assistance 45%
- Set up, prep, and take down skills labs, open lab practice sessions, and simulations
- Operate audiovisual and simulation technology
- Develop instructional programs, demonstration models and laboratory procedures in conjunction with assigned faculty
- Coordinate preparation for laboratory programs and field-oriented courses using safety procedures in handling sharps.
- Instruct faculty in the operation of audiovisual and simulation technology
- Collaborate and serve as a resource for faculty in the use of simulation
- Collaborate to develop and maintain laboratory materials and manuals
- Other related duties as assigned
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
% of Time
30
Responsibility / Duty
Laboratory Maintenance and Safety 30%
- Assist the lab manager to develop safe laboratory procedures
- Monitor the laboratories for compliance with safety policies and procedures
- Orient faculty and students on safety policies and procedures
- Assure safe management of sharps disposal and simulated medications
- Act as coordinator of laboratory controlling all equipment and use of space
- Inspect, tests, adjusts and does repair of laboratory support equipment
- Evaluate equipment specifications and make purchase recommendations
- Ensure all equipment is maintained within manufacturer recommendations
- Coordinate laboratory support, maintenance and store room functions
- Schedule routine preventive maintenance for human patient simulators
- Monitor and maintain inventory of laboratory materials, supplies and equipment
- Maintain clean laboratories facilities
- Other related duties as assigned
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
% of Time
25
Responsibility / Duty
Administrative Duties 25%
- Assist with creating and managing lab and simulation schedules
- Keep records of student attendance in scheduled laboratory and simulation labs
- Assist director to maintain records of laboratory and simulation suite usage
- Other related duties as assigned
Essential Function Indicator
Yes
