Established in 1970, SVCC is one of the 23 colleges in the Virginia Community College System. The Christanna Campus near Alberta and the John H. Daniel Campus near Keysville serve ten counties and one city - the largest community college service region in the state. In 1985, SVCC opened the Southside Virginia Education Center. The college is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate degrees. SVCC is dedicated to the belief that all citizens should be given an opportunity to acquire an educational foundation which develops and extends their skills and knowledge. The college's goal is to provide diverse instructional programs ranging from developmental studies to associate degree curricula in academic, technical, and lifelong education. Through various activities, students will also have the opportunity to develop their roles and responsibilities as participants in a changing society.Southside Virginia Community College is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Simulation Technologist to be located at the Estes Center in Chase City, VA. The Simulation Technologist, reporting to the Simulation Lab Director, will ensure our simulation lab is fully functional for student clinical training and ensure the system is functional with the most current, up-to-date software for the simulation lab equipment.Primary duties include but are not limited to:Operating and maintaining simulation technology equipment as well as various departmental technical and healthcare resources used to conduct training for healthcare students and professionalsSupporting Southside Virginia Community College initiatives to promote healthcare careers and services in underserved communitiesServes as the healthcare simulation operator for pre-programmed patient scenariosOversees information technology systems, connectivity, functionality, and operations throughout the lab in conjunction with SVCC IT staffAssists with daily operations and upkeep of Simulation lab learning and instructional spacesPerforms and oversees processes required to secure and preserve lab assets including ensuring all equipment and operating systems are operational and ready for useDevelops and facilitates equipment/supplies training for internal and external clients/usersAssists with equipment budgeting, replacements, and upgradesCollaborates with partners and other stakeholders to accomplish identified simulation training experiences and outcomesMaintains complex databases and inventories of training assets, resources, and sessionsOther duties as assignedThank you for considering employment with Southside Virginia Community College. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that enhances our status as a recognized Great College to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education for 12 years! With the goal of ensuring the equal educational opportunity for all students, SVCC embraces diversity among our students, faculty, staff and the communities we serve as an integral part of our history, a recognition of the complexity of our present state and a call to action for a better future.SVCC is located in a rural setting of rolling hills, pine and hardwood forests, and farmland. There is easy access to nearby metropolitan Richmond, Virginia, the stateâ™s capital, as well as Raleigh, North Carolina, and Lynchburg, Virginia. The area is famous for its two lakes, Gaston and Kerr, and a multitude of state and national parks which offer recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, skiing, jet-skiing, hiking, horseback riding, picnics, and relaxation. The area also offers sports arenas for baseball, softball, soccer and beautiful golf courses. There are cultural activities including various theaters and arts councils offering concerts, plays, and live entertainment, and there are many local festivals held throughout the year.
High school diploma or equivalentDegree, course work or certification in Information TechnologyAn equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute educational requirementsHigh level of computer literacy and IT knowledge including proficiency with operating and troubleshooting computer hardware and various operating systemsAbility to configure, operate, and maintain networked computer system and audiovisual equipmentAbility to assess, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment failures in a timely mannerDemonstrated communication skills to achieve desired outcomesAbility to independently and safely lift simulation and training equipment (25 lbs. or less) and move manikins with the assistance of others (over 25 pounds)Proficiency in developing and delivering training for technical equipment and coaching audiences with varied levels of technical expertiseMust be willing to complete job-related training as applicableProficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Power Point, and TeamsAbility to work independently and maintain productivityExcellent proven customer service skillsMust be available to work flexible schedule as needed including evenings and SaturdaysPrevious work experience managing, operating, and/or supporting computer hardware and software applications in a networked computing environmentExperience in healthcare education and/or simulation trainingCurrent American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Certification
Virginia's Community College's educate 240,000 credit students annually and over 170,000 non-credit students at 23 Community Colleges with over 40 campus locations throughout the Commonwealth. Our mission is to provide comprehensive higher education and workforce training programs and services of superior quality. These programs are financially and geographically accessible to meet the individual, business, and community needs of the Commonwealth.
