Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Simulation Technician to work as a member of the Medical Education Team at the Bedford site, to support the delivery and growth of Simulation Based Education (SBE).
Main duties of the job
The role demands a high level of technical, administrative and communication skills that will support all aspects of Simulation. The post holder will ensure the maintenance of the simulation suite and clinical skills room is upheld. There is a requirement to operate the computer and audio/video (A/V) technology, including all manikins and simulation suite equipment and to also help set up and take down manikins and clinical skills equipment for specific training sessions. The post holder will have responsibility for the preparation of the training environments, managing equipment stock levels, maintaining equipment and ensuring resources are available for all training programmes. The post holder will also assist in the provision of audio-visual and other learning resources, in the clinical skills, simulation and educational environments. This position involves working closely with the Simulation Lead and Simulation Faculty to provide a safe, well equipped skills training environment.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work closely with the Simulation Lead, the Clinical Skills Tutor, the Clinical Teaching Fellows and the wider Simulation Faculty to:
- Ensure all learners receive clinical skills teaching opportunities in line with their curriculum.
- Work closely with the Simulation Lead, the Clinical Skills Tutor, the Clinical Teaching Fellows and the wider Simulation Faculty to organise simulation training for all learners.
- Work closely with the Simulation Lead, the Clinical Skills Tutor, the Clinical Teaching Fellows and the wider Simulation Faculty to deliver clinical skills/simulation in its widest sense to meet NHSE and CQC standards
- Contribute to the management of the monitoring and auditing process of clinical skills and simulation training, to ensure data is widely available and is transparent as well as compliant with the various external or internal guidelines
- Act as the main point of contact for all technical aspects of SBE activities including, but not limited to high-fidelity manikins and audio-visual systems
- Directly facilitate and assist with training programmes using simulated patients (actors) and patient simulators. This will include:
- Delivering training both in the education setting and clinical areas
- Setting up and running clinical scenarios alongside clinical educators
- Operational delivery of technical elements of courses, e.g. simulators, medical devices, AV equipment
- Assist with delivery of simulation by the means of patient role-play
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work closely with the Simulation Lead, the Clinical Skills Tutor, the Clinical Teaching Fellows and the wider Simulation Faculty to:
- Ensure all learners receive clinical skills teaching opportunities in line with their curriculum.
- Work closely with the Simulation Lead, the Clinical Skills Tutor, the Clinical Teaching Fellows and the wider Simulation Faculty to organise simulation training for all learners.
- Work closely with the Simulation Lead, the Clinical Skills Tutor, the Clinical Teaching Fellows and the wider Simulation Faculty to deliver clinical skills/simulation in its widest sense to meet NHSE and CQC standards
- Contribute to the management of the monitoring and auditing process of clinical skills and simulation training, to ensure data is widely available and is transparent as well as compliant with the various external or internal guidelines
- Act as the main point of contact for all technical aspects of SBE activities including, but not limited to high-fidelity manikins and audio-visual systems
- Directly facilitate and assist with training programmes using simulated patients (actors) and patient simulators. This will include:
- Delivering training both in the education setting and clinical areas
- Setting up and running clinical scenarios alongside clinical educators
- Operational delivery of technical elements of courses, e.g. simulators, medical devices, AV equipment
- Assist with delivery of simulation by the means of patient role-play
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- diploma in multi-media or equivalent related to simulation
- evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- degree in related subject
Communication Skills
Essential
- ability to communicate with all grades of staff within the Trust
- excellent interpersonal skills
- ability to manage stress
Experience
Essential
- experience of working in an educational setting
- experience of operating audio-visual equipment, camera/audio systems and video editing
Desirable
- experience of medical simulation technology
- experience of teaching
- experiencing of designing and producing educational/advertising material and posters
Knowledge
Essential
- IT knowledge and computer literacy (MS Office)
- Knowledge of NHS and the simulation and clinical skills training role
- Keen interest in simulation and use of multi-media
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical simulation technology
- Knowledge of medical/nursing training curricula and requirements
Skills
Essential
- good administrative skills
- good verbal and written communication skills
- good working knowledge of audio-visual equipment
- ability to prioritise and organise workload
- computer literacy (familiarity with Windows packages, databases, email and internet)
Desirable
- knowledge of medical equipment
- knowledge of data collection and audit
personal skills
Essential
- sense of commitment and reliability
- commitment to working in a team and liaising with other members of staff
- highly motivated with determination to deliver work of consistent high quality
- ability to work on own initiative
- ability to be flexible within the team
- punctuality
Desirable
- willingness to develop additional clinical skills for teaching purposes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- diploma in multi-media or equivalent related to simulation
- evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- degree in related subject
Communication Skills
Essential
- ability to communicate with all grades of staff within the Trust
- excellent interpersonal skills
- ability to manage stress
Experience
Essential
- experience of working in an educational setting
- experience of operating audio-visual equipment, camera/audio systems and video editing
Desirable
- experience of medical simulation technology
- experience of teaching
- experiencing of designing and producing educational/advertising material and posters
Knowledge
Essential
- IT knowledge and computer literacy (MS Office)
- Knowledge of NHS and the simulation and clinical skills training role
- Keen interest in simulation and use of multi-media
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical simulation technology
- Knowledge of medical/nursing training curricula and requirements
Skills
Essential
- good administrative skills
- good verbal and written communication skills
- good working knowledge of audio-visual equipment
- ability to prioritise and organise workload
- computer literacy (familiarity with Windows packages, databases, email and internet)
Desirable
- knowledge of medical equipment
- knowledge of data collection and audit
personal skills
Essential
- sense of commitment and reliability
- commitment to working in a team and liaising with other members of staff
- highly motivated with determination to deliver work of consistent high quality
- ability to work on own initiative
- ability to be flexible within the team
- punctuality
Desirable
- willingness to develop additional clinical skills for teaching purposes
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
