Job Description

Position Information

Job Title

Simulation Specialist - Casual

Appointment Type

AUPE Casual

Position Dates

September 2, 2025 to June 30, 2025

Hours per week/FTE

Casual - Call in as needed

About the Position

The Simulation Specialist has a complex and vital role within Simulation Hub. The Simulation Specialist works within Simulation Hub supporting related programs within the Centre for Health & Wellness. The main objective of this position is to provide a leading-edge simulation environment along with applied clinical experience for the training of students and health care providers. The Simulation Specialist needs to be knowledgeable and have current acute care clinical experience in beginner, intermediate, and senior nursing skills. The Simulation Specialist requires excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills along with the ability to be self-motivated and flexible.

Position Details

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:engage in hi, mid and lo-fidelity simulation exercises; operate, control, and maintain simulated learning spaces; monitor equipment safety and report to the Simulation Hub team as needed; prepare supplies and equipment for instructor/student use in labs and hi fidelity settings; support students practicing skills within classroom and open lab settings; facilitate access to labs and equipment for faculty and students; ongoing communication with sphere team and program chairs/faculty/staff.

Required Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and communication (both written and verbal) skills Positive team oriented and collaborative skills Ability to adapt and change in a diverse complex simulation environment Ability to manage multiple projects and deal with competing or changing priorities Ability to work in a fast-paced simulation environment Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks requiring well-developed skills in the areas of interpersonal, verbal and written communications, assessment and analysis, critical thinking and problem solving Active good standing registration with College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta or College of Registered Nurses of Alberta Minimum 1-2 years of active acute clinical experience Exceptional time management, organization, planning, communication, and priority-setting skills with the ability to exercise sound judgement is required. Flexibility to work within a variety of areas, both independently and in a team environment. Proficient at adapting to rapidly changing work conditions with competing interests. Demonstrates a consistent history of respectful, professional, and collaborative engagement with colleagues and teams, with a clear commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of Simulation Hub systems/processes and programs within the Centre for Health and Wellness. Strong understanding and experience working in simulation environments (academic and hospital based).

Salary

AUPE Class Level 10 Step 1, $29.28 per hour

Working Here

Culture of Care

A

Culture of Care

at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an environment that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a safe and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing.



Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

C25-00435

Open Date

08/25/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.