Simulation Assistant

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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.

Competition Number

Competition Number P17879

Posting Title

Posting Title Simulation Assistant

Classification

Classification Band 6

Location

Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus

Other Location(s)

Building

Building Regina Campus, Parkway Building

Other Building

Other Building Regina Main Campus

Date Posted

Date Posted 09/08/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 09/17/2026

JIQ #

JIQ # 010

Start Date

Start Date 10/05/2026

End Date

End Date 03/20/2028

Open Until Filled No

Ongoing

Ongoing No

Category of work

Category of work Part Time

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit Professional Services

Hours of Work

Hours of Work Regulated 36 hours (modified)

Salary Range

Salary Range $28.82- $34.44 per hour

Temporary Market Stipend

Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay

0.50 FTE , approximately 20 hours weekly, as assigned by Program Head. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

Posting Status

Posting Status Open

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA)

Job Duties

Job Duties

1. Assist with orientation of new simulation assistants to SLC .
2. Collaborate with SLC coordinator for the acquisition of supplies and equipment, purchasing, storage and provision of lab supplies and equipment, including bi-annual inventory count.
3. Perform product and vendor research.
4. Assess supply and equipment product suitability, availability, program value and performance in relationship to the objectives of the SLC .
5. Prepare and present supplies and equipment for specific events, e.g. instillation of fluid compartments of simulators, dressing bundles, simulated sutures, wound care simulators, heat sealed instruments.
6. Dismantle and store supplies and equipment following simulation events/scenarios.
7. Assist the technician with the physical preparation and dismantling of simulation equipment.
8. Establish and maintain working relationships (both national and international) with counterparts from other educational institutions, simulation lab professionals, vendors, community representatives, health industry/education leaders.
9. Work as a member of the SLC team.
10. Liaise with faculty and health region representatives regarding current standards of practice, policies, procedures and preferred products.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

Specific Accountabilities

Duties

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

1. Degree or diploma in Nursing; and/or certificate or diploma in Paramedicine; or an equivalent or relevant combination of education, training and experience.
2. A minimum of two years of experience working in an acute care clinical setting.
3. 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.
4. Technical proficiency with electronic and digital medical equipment and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
5. The ability to learn and utilize new applications and software platforms to enhance simulation experiences.
6. Training or experience at the introductory level in the use of MS Office suite.
7. Effective communication (listening, oral, written) skills.
8. Strong organizational skills.
9. Ability to work cooperatively within a team.
10. Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
11. Demonstrates valuing diversity

Desired QSA

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