Simulation Center Grant Coordinator - RHT

Overview

This is a grant-funded position. The Simulation Center Grant Coordinator supports the Director of Clinical Simulation and the Touro University Nevada Simulation Center in incorporating simulation-based education and training into activities funded by the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) grant. Under the Director’s direction, this position coordinates day-to-day simulation activity logistics, prepares training resources, assists with on-site and rural training arrangements, communicates with participating staff and partners, and maintains operational records needed to document grant-supported simulation activities.

Continuation of this grant-funded position is contingent upon the availability of grant funding.

 

Located in Henderson, Nevada, approximately twenty-five minutes from the iconic Las Vegas strip, Touro University Nevada is a non-profit medical, health sciences, and education graduate university focused on positively impacting our community in healthcare and education. Our values surrounding intellectual pursuit and service to humanity are steadfast and are clearly visible in the actions of our students, faculty, staff, and graduates.

 

We invite you to apply to our position for consideration to join the ranks of our talented and professional staff and faculty. Please visit the tun.touro.edu/administration/human-resources website where you can see a comprehensive listing of optional benefits and Human Resources contact information.

Responsibilities

Coordinating grant-supported simulation activities under the direction of the Director of Clinical Simulation, including, but not limited to:

Assisting with scheduling simulation sessions, training spaces, instructors, participants, and support personnel.

Tracking upcoming simulation activities, deadlines, and items requiring the Director’s review or decision.

Preparing training spaces and helping set up, reset, and break down simulation equipment and materials before and after sessions.

Providing day-to-day administrative and logistical assistance to Simulation Center staff and grant-supported activities.

Monitoring availability of supplies and equipment and communicating replenishment or maintenance needs to appropriate staff.

Assisting with coordination of simulation resources for rural or off-site training, including equipment readiness, packing, transport arrangements, and site logistics as directed.

Following applicable Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) accreditation standards, simulation best practices, and institutional policies and procedures as directed by the Director of Clinical Simulation.

Operational coordination and documentation for RHT simulation activities, including:

Maintaining activity schedules, logistical checklists, equipment-use records, and other operational tracking materials.

Assisting with purchasing requests and supply tracking in accordance with TUN procedures and established approval authority.

Collecting and organizing attendance, participation, and activity documentation for submission to designated grant personnel.

Helping identify and resolve scheduling, equipment, delivery, or logistical issues in coordination with Simulation Center staff.

Facilitating communication among Simulation Center personnel, grant team members, and participating partners, including:

Communicating professionally and promptly with faculty, instructors, staff, rural partners, and other participants.

Distributing training logistics, schedules, preparation instructions, and updates as directed by the Director.

Collecting operational feedback and identifying opportunities to improve training coordination and participant experience.

Contributing to the team effort by performing other duties as needed/assigned in a timely and service-oriented manner.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Master’s degree preferred.

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience supporting program coordination, educational activities, healthcare training, or simulation operations preferred. Relevant experience may include:
  • Coordinating educational sessions, events, schedules, or training logistics.
  • Supporting healthcare, simulation, or skills-based training environments.
  • Tracking supplies, equipment, activity participation, and administrative documentation.
  • Working with multiple internal and external stakeholders, including rural or community partners.

Skills & Abilities:

• Interpersonal and communication skills in spoken and written media:
  • Ability to exercise appropriate professional judgement and communicate clarly with varied audiences.
  • Ability to follow institutional procedures and maintain accurate operational records.
  • Strong written communication, grammar, and attention to detail.
• Software Skills:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related scheduling and documentation tools.
  • Ability to learn simulation scheduling, inventory, and training-support systems used by Touro University Nevada (TUN)
  • Experience with simulation technology or learning-management systms preferred, not required.
• Personal Skills:
  • Demonstrated ability to be proactive, anticipating needs, and implementing effective action plans.
  • Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Can set priorities, meet deadlines, and perform assignments accurately.
  • Strong organization skills, flexibility, and adaptability.
  • Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds independently and assist with the handling, transport, assembly, and disassembly of heavier simulation equipment using appropriate equipment and team assistance.
  • Availability for occasional schedule adjustments and travel to rural training sites, as required and approved.