Extended Reality Simulation Specialist

Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is seeking experienced, motivated, and dedicated leaders and educators to participate in the design and delivery of an innovative four-year medical school curriculum that engages medical students in active and novel learning.

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Job Description:

Extended Reality Simulation Specialist

About The Position 

The Extended Reality Simulation Specialist (XR Sim Specialist) is responsible for the daily implementation and support of simulation, innovation, and modeling technology for the School of Medicine. The XR Sim Specialist aids in development and is technical lead for experiential learning activities that incorporate a wide variety of simulation systems and rapid prototyping medical equipment. The XR Sim Specialist serves as technical support to learners, faculty, and staff prior to, during, and after learning activities. The XR Sim Specialist will report to the Director of Simulation and has specific responsibilities for logistical planning, program testing, session set-up and take-down, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all simulation and rapid prototyping software, hardware, peripherals, and related equipment. The XR Sim Specialist will design and deliver training information to faculty and staff for respective modalities and will support faculty, staff, and learners during learning activities, including asynchronous activities.

We are building a workplace and learning climate in which inclusive excellence and whole health principles are inextricable parts of our culture and practices. All voices are heard and valued, and professional and personal growth are actively supported. We are building a school that will facilitate exceptional professional development opportunities for our team members.  

Major Responsibilities/Essential Functions Specific to the Position: 

• Leads the technical implementation of simulation and modeling systems through supporting the content, scenario, activity, within the learning activity.
• Serves as technical expert for simulation modeling and management system(s) and the corresponding peripheral equipment.
• Ensures simulation and modeling systems functionality and appropriateness with stated scenario objectives and anticipated outcomes.
• Authors simulation programs and respective instruction guides for internal publication.
• Provides technical assistance to users in accessing, operating, and troubleshooting simulation and modeling technologies and respective assets.
• Investigates, recommends, and drives innovation in immersive technology, extended reality, data visualization, modeling, etc., that aligns with curriculum objectives.
• Provides excellent customer service with faculty, instructors, staff, students, and guests through verbal, non-verbal, and written communication.
• Collaborates with simulation team, IT department, clinical skills team, other departments, and with vendors to best support and achieve curricula and non-curricula events, scenarios, and activities.
• Evaluates learning activities and facilitates the implementation of program and service improvement plans.
• Serves as an instructor in faculty, instructor, staff, and student events and activities.
• Provides tours and demonstrates functionalities and capabilities of simulation systems (e.g., mixed, hybrid simulators, computerized models, manikins, part task trainers, etc.).
• Collaborates with Clinical Skills Operations Manager to ensure resources and back-ups are readily available to support scheduled learning activities and faculty requests.
• Routinely maintains, both scheduled and unscheduled, simulation software, corresponding peripheral components, and equipment, and coordinates and implements scheduled updates and documents activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Knowledge of simulation, multimedia, and gaming technology.
• Knowledge of advanced troubleshooting skills in information technology.
• Knowledge in various database management tools, learning management systems, and statistical packages.
• Skill in excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism with faculty, staff, and students and provides excellent customer service.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, exercise good judgement, prioritize work, and use initiative.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally, non-verbally, and in writing.
• Knowledge of healthcare and adult-learner terminology.
• Willingness to learn and implement knowledge quickly and effectively into responsibilities. 
• Knowledge of how to collect, organize, manage, analyze, and present data.
• Skill in Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook / calendar.

Minimum Education and Work Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, other technical discipline, adult-education, or another related field.
• 2 years or more of technical support experience in a healthcare, graduate level education, instructional technology, computer-based learning, or simulation environment.

Preferred Education and Work Experience 

• Master's degree in computer science, engineering, adult education, or healthcare area.
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and/or medical-related basic science.
• Experience with multimedia, audiovisual, and/or 3-D printing technology.
• 4 years or more technical support experience in a healthcare or health professions program simulation center.
• Experience with moulage and stage make-up applications.
• Multi-lingual

Required Licensure/Certification/Special Training 

• Immunizations and vaccinations are up to date.

Preferred Licensure/Certification/Special Training 

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS).
• JavaScript, SQL, HTML, Unity, or Unreal programming certificates.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary seated or standing position to program or operate computers and electronic equipment before, during, and after events.
• Ability to read text and icons on computer screens and paper forms.  Must be able to observe and record details from live and recorded video events.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. 
• Must be able to exchange information accurately and quickly in many types of situations, including conversations over telephone, conferencing systems, audio-visual systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Frequently positions self to maintain files in cabinets or maintain inventory of small and large objects in storage racks.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a step ladder to service mounted cameras and microphones.
• Frequently moves large objects weighing up to 40 pounds across department for various needs.

Skills Expected of All AWSOM Team Members 

• Exemplary written, verbal, and other communication skills  
• Adaptable and flexible to the needs of the position and the school 
• Collaborative Skills: Build and maintain relationships internal and external to the organization   
• Creative and Open-Minded: Enjoy exploring and supporting innovation in teaching strategies, topic areas, professional growth opportunities, and more 
• Discerning: Ability to recognize and support innovation  
• Highly self-directed, and reliable and accountable 
• Strong commitment to self-care 
• Committed to Diversity and Inclusion: Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders (e.g., co-workers, students, community members)   
• Ability to effectively mentor a diversity of individuals  

About Us! 

Founded in 2021 by philanthropist Alice Walton, the School of Medicine will offer a four-year, medical degree-granting program that integrates conventional medicine with comprehensive, integrated, and spiraling principles and self-care practices. The School of Medicine seeks to be a national medical school with the goal of welcoming its inaugural class in 2025, pending programmatic and institutional accreditation. To learn more, please visit Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (alwmedschool.org). We are building a health care learning and delivery environment in which diversity is a strength and highly valued. Thus, we seek candidates who contribute to diversity in all its forms. Ideal candidates are committed to our goals of inclusive excellence, and to facilitating optimal health for all using a whole health approach.  

What We Seek 

We are reimagining medical education and seek individuals who are excited by this endeavor. We are building a health care learning and delivery environment in which diversity is a strength and highly valued. Thus, we seek candidates who contribute to diversity in all its forms. Ideal candidates are committed to our goals of inclusive excellence, and to facilitating optimal health for all using a whole health approach.  

Faculty and staff members will contribute to the development and rollout of the ARCHES curriculum, which is built on evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning. It includes the following six core elements: 

·         Art of Healing 

·         Research, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation 

·         Clinical Care 

·         Health Systems Sciences 

·         Embracing Whole Health 

·         Science of Medicine 

All six areas of the curriculum will be interwoven throughout the four-year curriculum.  

Review of Applications Begins Immediately

Positions Open Until Filled 

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement, background check and verification of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work. 

The Alice L. Walton School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. 

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