DescriptionIntroductionThe Simulation Coordinator is responsible for providing the daily departmental and operational direction in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of simulation activities at one or more GME Simulation Centers/Labs. The primary responsibilities will include simulation operations for multiple GME programs, including Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, and Transitional year. The Simulation Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that faculty and staff follow established processes and support data-driven decisions in the development and execution of simulation center educational objectives.The Simulation Coordinator works collaboratively with HCA GME Leadership, including program directors, faculty and staff, as well as hospital administration to drive simulation activities and operations. The Simulation Coordinator will employ a high degree of judgment and independence to effectively solve problems, build strong internal and external relationships, deliver well-designed processes, and maintain a thorough and organized simulation lab.The Simulation Coordinator provides oversight of graduate medical education simulation programs to ensure a positive learning environment that advances the learning objectives of graduate medical education. The Simulation Coordinator provides simulation curricular and assessment guidance for educational activities and oversees data collection to evaluate learning outcomes that comply with academic standards for ACGME simulation requirements. This positions also coordinates the utilization of simulation resources to ensure fidelity of curricula and assessments involving simulation modalities and enhances team and collaborative practice concepts with program directors, faculty, staff and simulation education leaders. This position will work from HCA South Austin Medical Center, but will include up to 30% travel to support more than one GME site within the division.BenefitsHCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Simulation Coordinator GME where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job Summary and Qualifications
Maintain awareness of current practices in medical simulation training.
Independently plan and implement special projects.
Manage simulation operations, evaluation, and review process.
Provide both group and individual mentoring of best practices in simulation pedagogy to faculty and staff across all programs.
Work closely with senior leadership to prepare supporting documentation as required for ACGME accreditation standards.
Ensure department alignment with organizational strategic goals and key results. Develop and implement policies, procedures and practice standards consistent with simulation center mission and educational objectives.
Prepare summary and other reports as necessary and present reports to GME leadership.
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with internal and external personnel, partners, stakeholders and constituents, including outside agencies and vendors.
Contribute to the development and management of simulation center budgets and accounts including gathering, analyzing and synthesizing appropriate data and reports.
Participate in appropriate national organizations to keep abreast of new concepts to provide optimal and continually updated technologies and service to meet the needs of the HCA GME.
HIGHLY PREFERRED EXPERIEINCE
Knowledge of Graduate Medical Education simulation.
Knowledge in SSH simulation accreditation and standards.
Knowledge of ACGME accreditation standards and milestones.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION/EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree. (Required)
Minimum three years’ experience in simulation-based mastery learning. (Required)
Minimum three years’ experience as simulation operations specialist or tech. (Required)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION
Society for Simulation in Healthcare Certification, (CHSOS or CHSE, preferred but may obtain within first 12 months of employment.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Excellent presentation skills
SKILLS
Ability to think strategically, critically analyze and synthesize data and scientific information
Ability to coordinate and facilitate the work of committees, councils, vendors, and other groups
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects
Ability to plan and execute complex educational initiatives, including developing work plans, promotion plans, schedules, budgets.
Strong working knowledge of the requirements and regulations of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education related to the planning and conducting of continuing medical education program.
Proficient in the use of computers and software for word processing, database management, spreadsheet, presentation graphics, and desktop publishing programs.
Physician Services Group (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/physician-services) is skilled in physician employment, practice and urgent care operations. We are experts in hospitalist integration, and graduate medical education. We lead more than 1,300 physician practices and 170+ urgent care centers. We are HCA Healthcare’s graduate medical education leader. We provide direction for over 260 exceptional resident and fellowship programs. We focus on carrying out value-added solutions. These solutions help physicians deliver patient-centered healthcare. We support HCA Healthcare's commitment to the care and improvement of human life.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-FounderIf you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Simulation Coordinator GME opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
