Instructional Technology Analyst - Simulation Technology

Instructional Technology Analyst - Simulation Technology The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio Department: Nursing | College Administration Job Description: The Instructional Technology Analyst manages and supports high‑ and low‑fidelity simulation‑based education, ensuring hardware and software are functional. This position is responsible for all simulation technologies in the College of Nursing, including patient simulators, task trainers, and audiovisual platforms. Key duties include scheduling, supporting use, and providing technical training to faculty and staff on simulation technology for graduate and undergraduate programs. The role also supports the XR lab in the College of Nursing. Responsibilities: Set up patient simulators, task trainers, hospital equipment, supplies, and audiovisual equipment. Program the simulator software to control anticipated physiological changes and operate the software during simulation activities. Provide audiovisual support for courses. Ensure compliance with college and university IT security, data privacy, and risk‑management policies for all simulation systems. Complete on‑site maintenance of simulators, medical, and audiovisual equipment, including regular cleaning, replacement of disposable parts, and tracking equipment warranty guidelines. Maintain other technology such as laptops, microphones, and cameras. Collect faculty, student, and standardized patient evaluations, track learner contact hours, and report on center data and utilization. Utilize and maintain medical equipment such as IV pumps, ventilators, anesthesia machines, standard defibrillators, and automated external defibrillators. Prepare and apply moulage—simulated injuries, wounds, bruising—to standardized patients and simulators. Research and implement new technologies, simulators, and task trainers. Lead with technology and simulation best‑practice training for faculty and staff, including safe simulation practices. Provide coverage for the Instructional Technology Analyst – XR and emerging technology as needed. Work Schedule: Primarily Monday–Friday, between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The role requires onsite presence for simulation events and technical emergencies; occasional extended hours may be scheduled in advance. This is an on‑site position and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Certified Healthcare Simulation Operation Specialist certification preferred. Experience: Minimum of 2 years; 2–4 years of simulation experience preferred. Skills: Strong organizational, customer service, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work as part of a team. Technical Proficiency: Expert with high‑ and low‑fidelity simulation‑based education including hardware and software, Microsoft Office, and A/V equipment. Ability to assess, troubleshoot, and fix equipment failures in a timely fashion. Physical Requirements: Frequent ability to stand, walk, speak, hear, see, use hands to handle or feel, and occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, perform repetitive motion, climb or balance, and lift up to 50 lbs. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans/disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr