Simulation Technician - Prince Albert Campus
About the role
Competition Number
P16692
Posting Title
Simulation Technician - Prince Albert Campus
Classification
Band 7
Location
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Prince Albert Campus
Other Location(s)
Building
Prince Albert Campus, Technical Building
Other Building
Prince Albert Academic Building
Date Posted
09/04/2025
Closing Date
09/14/2025
JIQ #
013
Start Date
09/15/2025
End Date
Open Until Filled
No
Ongoing
Yes
Category of work
Full Time
Bargaining Unit
Professional Services
Hours of Work
To be Assigned
Salary Range
$2,177.46 - $2,603.54 bi-weekly
Temporary Market Stipend
Incumbent
Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay
To be assigned as program head need for operations. Evenings and weekends may be required.
Posting Status
Open
This position is open to individuals with experience in acute care settings; Nurses, Paramedics, CCA’s in acute care settings considered to be relevant.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on the development of a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech’s strategic priorities and, as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees.
Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)
Job Duties
Job Duties
The Simulation Centres prepare health care learners for clinical practice by building their competence and confidence through participation in realistic experiences. The centres create a wide variety of situations, which translate into better care for patients when students graduate and enter their chosen field.
The Simulation Technician will be responsible for duties such as:
1 Offering technical assistance for simulations designed for nursing, paramedic, health sciences, and other various programs. This will require the technician to recall prior acute care experience and utilize lab checklist to create realistic scenarios for students.
2 Delivery of high-fidelity scenarios using multiple technological platforms to provide students with life-like learning experiences in a safe simulated environment, this includes working with robotic mannequins to provide vocal, audio and visual cues that are appropriate for the scenario.
3 Preparation and disassembly of simulation equipment, encompassing both technical setup and physical arrangements: assembling mannikins or task trainers, preparing the simulation environment (beds, supplies, patient charts), ensuring correct props, etc…
4 Partnering with faculty to input event scenarios’ data and maintain data integrity.
5 Assist with faculty and learning technology experts to create and explore virtual simulation requirements and possibilities.
6 Working alongside the Simulation Learning Centre Coordinator and Simulation Assistants to manage assets, oversee maintenance and repairs, and support procurement of supplies and equipment.
7 Contribute as part of the Simulation Learning Centre team to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
Specific Accountabilities
Duties
Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)
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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.
-
Technical proficiency with electronic and digital medical equipment and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
-
The ability to learn and utilize new applications and software platforms to enhance simulation experiences.
-
Training or experience at the introductory level in the use of MS Office suite.
-
Effective communication (listening, oral, written) skills.
-
Strong organizational skills.
-
Ability to work cooperatively within a team.
-
Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
-
Demonstrates valuing diversity.
Desired QSA
About Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 Territories and the homeland of the Métis. Learning takes place at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon and through extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student need, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.
Simulation Technician - Prince Albert Campus
About the role
Competition Number
P16692
Posting Title
Simulation Technician - Prince Albert Campus
Classification
Band 7
Location
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Prince Albert Campus
Other Location(s)
Building
Prince Albert Campus, Technical Building
Other Building
Prince Albert Academic Building
Date Posted
09/04/2025
Closing Date
09/14/2025
JIQ #
013
Start Date
09/15/2025
End Date
Open Until Filled
No
Ongoing
Yes
Category of work
Full Time
Bargaining Unit
Professional Services
Hours of Work
To be Assigned
Salary Range
$2,177.46 - $2,603.54 bi-weekly
Temporary Market Stipend
Incumbent
Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay
To be assigned as program head need for operations. Evenings and weekends may be required.
Posting Status
Open
This position is open to individuals with experience in acute care settings; Nurses, Paramedics, CCA’s in acute care settings considered to be relevant.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on the development of a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech’s strategic priorities and, as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees.
Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)
Job Duties
Job Duties
The Simulation Centres prepare health care learners for clinical practice by building their competence and confidence through participation in realistic experiences. The centres create a wide variety of situations, which translate into better care for patients when students graduate and enter their chosen field.
The Simulation Technician will be responsible for duties such as:
1 Offering technical assistance for simulations designed for nursing, paramedic, health sciences, and other various programs. This will require the technician to recall prior acute care experience and utilize lab checklist to create realistic scenarios for students.
2 Delivery of high-fidelity scenarios using multiple technological platforms to provide students with life-like learning experiences in a safe simulated environment, this includes working with robotic mannequins to provide vocal, audio and visual cues that are appropriate for the scenario.
3 Preparation and disassembly of simulation equipment, encompassing both technical setup and physical arrangements: assembling mannikins or task trainers, preparing the simulation environment (beds, supplies, patient charts), ensuring correct props, etc…
4 Partnering with faculty to input event scenarios’ data and maintain data integrity.
5 Assist with faculty and learning technology experts to create and explore virtual simulation requirements and possibilities.
6 Working alongside the Simulation Learning Centre Coordinator and Simulation Assistants to manage assets, oversee maintenance and repairs, and support procurement of supplies and equipment.
7 Contribute as part of the Simulation Learning Centre team to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
Specific Accountabilities
Duties
Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)
-
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.
-
Technical proficiency with electronic and digital medical equipment and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
-
The ability to learn and utilize new applications and software platforms to enhance simulation experiences.
-
Training or experience at the introductory level in the use of MS Office suite.
-
Effective communication (listening, oral, written) skills.
-
Strong organizational skills.
-
Ability to work cooperatively within a team.
-
Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
-
Demonstrates valuing diversity.
Desired QSA
About Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 Territories and the homeland of the Métis. Learning takes place at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon and through extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student need, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.