- Prepare high-quality simulations, including visual, auditory, and tactile components, to enhance student learning outcomes across health-related programs.
- Set up, calibrate, and dismantle medical simulation labs and mannequins; prepare and maintain equipment and supplies for various medical skill exercises. e.g. instillation of fluid compartments of simulators, dressing bundles, simulated sutures, wound care simulators, heat sealed instruments.
- Troubleshoot, calibrate, and perform minor repairs on simulation equipment, including A/V, mechanical, and electronic systems.
- Maintain consumable and capital inventory using tracking systems (e.g., Fasse Track);barcode, store, and report inventory to Lab Coordinators.
- Work with instructors, Simulation Centre staff, and Simulation Technicians to coordinate, plan, and execute simulation activities.
- Travel to other campuses (e.g., Ontario Ave, brokered PN programs) to support simulation set-ups, provide technical support, and manage supplies and logistics.
- Assist in training new Simulation Assistants and contribute to staff orientation and ongoing development initiatives.
- Ensure secure handling, proper disposal of biohazards, and adherence to





WHMIS and OH&S; safety protocols in all lab areas.

- Foster cooperative working relationships with students, faculty, and staff; provide timely, clear communication to support the success of simulation-based education.

Qualifications

- Degree or diploma in nursing; and/or certificate or diploma in paramedicine; or an equivalent or relevant combination of education, training and experience.
- A minimum of two years of experience working in an acute care clinical setting.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and current knowledge of procedures and consumable medical products used in healthcare and in simulation, including the operation of simulation software.
- Training or experience at the introductory level in the use of MS Office suite.
- Effective communication (listening, oral, written) skills.
- Good analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to work cooperatively within a team.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrates valuing diversity.
- Must have valid driver’s license.

📌 Simulation Assistant (Prince Albert)
🏢 Saskatchewan Polytechnic
📍 Prince Albert