At Des Moines University, we're shaping the future of medicine and health sciences through innovation, collaboration, and education. As the Human Simulation Program Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing our Human Simulation Program by managing daily operations, driving quality through evidence-based practices, and collaborating with faculty and educators to design impactful simulation events. From orchestrating complex projects like online simulations to fostering interprofessional education (IPE) opportunities, this position offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the training of tomorrow's healthcare professionals. Join us and help redefine excellence in medical education!

What you’ll do:

• Provide daily management and oversight for development and implementation of Human Simulation Program events.
• Oversight and management of Standardized Patient pool.
• Work with the appropriate faculty representative and the Human Simulation Educator to plan, design, write, create and prepare realistic human-based simulation scenarios using appropriate simulation methodology based on the goals and objectives of the program and course.
• Actively recruit and hire qualified candidates to continually build a diversified list of available actors for SP activities.

What we are looking for:

• Paramedic, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in simulation, adult education, communication, theater or healthcare-related field is required.  Master’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 2 plus years of healthcare simulation or healthcare skills lab experience required.
• A minimum of 1-2 years of leadership, coordination, or management experience in healthcare is required.
• Experience with human simulation scholarship and/or research strongly preferred, including presentations or publications.
• 3+ years of clinical experience strongly preferred.
• 3+ years of medical simulation/ human simulation/standardized patient educator experience preferred.
• Experience in course development and education methodology preferred.
• Current State of Iowa license, or be eligible to gain license to practice in the State of Iowa or appropriate certifications for Iowa and national organizations strongly preferred.
• Current CHSE, CHSOS, CHSE-A, or CHSOS-A certification strongly preferred

*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.

Total Rewards:

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well!  Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits. 

DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering ten graduate degree programs.

Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

DMU enhances our community’s quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

 Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment.

Department: Simulation Center

Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

Status:  Exempt

About Des Moines University

Founded in 1898 in Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines University is a postgraduate medical university comprised of three colleges – College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and College of Health Sciences – that offer nine graduate degree programs. Des Moines University combines the top advantages in medical education available today: an expert faculty, a rigorous and relevant curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic and diverse research environment, and a supportive, inclusive community of students and faculty active in learning and service. By consistently producing outstanding graduates who excel in their careers, DMU maintains one of the strongest reputations in the sphere of American medical education.

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