Simulation Operations Specialist

This role typically works an 8-hour day shift

but will be required to work earlier or later hours on occasion.

Primary work site will be the Simulation Center at the Heil Conference Center,

including travel to multiple hospital and clinic sites across Aurora Health Care.

Orientation - will mostly take place in Libertybille IL

Travel between GMKE and Condell

Specialist will support and travel to Kenosha Mount Pleasant and South Shore

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate simulation‑based programs alongside simulation facilitators.
• Execute all technical aspects of simulation events, including equipment setup, tear‑down, programming, and basic maintenance.
• Support the launch and operations of simulation centers and in situ simulations across the enterprise.

• Maintain all simulation training equipment, including troubleshooting, coordinating repairs, and supporting software/hardware upgrades.
• Monitor inventory and replenish supplies as needed.
• Stay current and proficient in evolving simulation technologies.

• Provide training and serve as a resource for simulation confederates and users of simulation technologies.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high‑quality simulation experiences.
• Contribute to Advocate Aurora Academy initiatives by informing system‑wide learning strategies and ensuring simulation is represented.

• Collect, track, and organize accurate data supporting simulation activities and outcomes.
• Assist with scheduling, planning logistics, and operational coordination related to simulation events.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association)

• Associate’s degree in Organizational Development or Simulation or a related field required.

• Typically requires 2 years of experience in healthcare simulation operations, clinical practice, or related technology‑based roles.
• preference to simulation experience in healthcare, simulation certification CHSOS

• Time management, autonomy, medical / technology background
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Highly detail‑oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• Demonstrated problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage challenging situations
• Effective collaborator within a diverse team environment
• Ability to travel to various Advocate Aurora Health facilities

• Ability to move equipment and learning materials (up to 50 lbs)
• Exposure to a typical office environment
• Regular travel required with potential exposure to road and weather conditions
• Operates all necessary job‑related equipment

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.