Reporting to the System Director, Clinical Education and Professional Deveopment, the Manager, SimLab is responsible for oversight and implementation of PIH Health simulation lab programs including fiscal operation systems that support it.  Coordinates the operational and clinical education programs in the Simulation Lab/Mobile Unit and assists with development of educational programs for nurses, physicians, and others clinicians, integrating quality indicators based on hospital and national standards. Communicates and exemplifies vision for change for interprofessional teams and practice groups including coaching, mentoring, direction, supporting and teaching. 

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

• Advanced analytical skills in order to integrate and interpret data from diverse sources to address complex issues are required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across organizational lines and with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to develop strong relationships with suppliers and customers, inside and outside of the organization, and to effectively communicate with employees, medical staff and healthcare management staff.
• Highly motivated, self-starter, values-based, energetic, enthusiastic, honest and professional with strong personal integrity who has a pragmatic and proactive approach to problem solving.
• An excellent manager who values employees and can build relationships with employees at all levels of the organization based on trust.
• Creative, flexible, positive and responsive to physician needs with good physician relations skills and a strong sense of urgency.
• A team player as well as a team builder who is able to delegate appropriately, make difficult decisions and lead by example.
• Ability to be self-directed in executing responsibilities within a team structure and take initiative to contribute beyond the scope of formal duties.
• Shows flexibility and adaptability in meeting demands of the educational programs and clinical areas.
• Familiarity with emergency protocols to meet the needs of trauma, emergency, and Critical Care patients.
• Ability to prioritize work and make adjustments as needed.
• Willing to work varied hours depending on needs of the customer /client.
• Experience with developing scenarios for simulator operation and training

• Master’s degree in simulation, adult education, or healthcare related field
• Minimum of eight (8) years of medical, emergency, or critical care experience (NP, PA, RN, RRT, Paramedic)
• Experience with Laerdal, Meti and Gaumard simulation equipment.

Preferred:

• Medical simulation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in course development and education methodology
• Current California Registered Nurse license renewable every two (2) years in good standing.

About PIH Health

PIH Health is the Communities’ Health and Wellness Partner Our network of highly trained and compassionate physicians, nurses, clinicians, staff and volunteers work tirelessly and collaboratively every day to maintain and enhance the health and wellbeing of every member of our service areas. And when needed, we are here to coordinate care, manage chronic disease, and treat health conditions for the best possible outcomes. We’re a nonprofit, regional healthcare network with three hospitals, numerous outpatient medical offices, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values—as we deliver top-quality healthcare. We serve more than 3.7 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. Why PIH Health? Our culture is built around our core values, which are the guiding principles for everything we do. For over 60 years, PIH Health has maintained a sense of community and a family-like cultur...e where patients are the top priority, and employees and volunteers are proud to be affiliated with such an outstanding organization. PIH Health Hospital - Whittier Our Whittier campus delivers outstanding and compassionate care to patients, every day. Among other awards, PIH Health Hospital - Whittier has been named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® for the third consecutive year by Truven Health Analytics. PIH Health Hospital in Whittier, CA is located 30 minutes east of Los Angeles, close to the Los Angeles and Orange County border. There are many great communities in which to live that surround the hospital. This means easy access to work, great dining, shopping, entertainment and spectacular beaches. Whatever your passion, you’ll find the right place for it here. PIH Health Hospital - Downey is a nonprofit hospital with a rich, nearly 100-year history of meeting the healthcare needs of its community. The Downey campus is part of the PIH Health comprehensive health network consisting of two hospitals, 18 medical office locations and a host of specialty services. According to US News & World Report, the hospital scores highly in patient safety and orthopedics. With 955 employees, the hospital is the 5th largest employer in the city of Downey.

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