Table 3 Examples of roles and role descriptions
From: Recommendations for embedding simulation in health services
Role | Responsibilities | Desired characteristics |
|---|---|---|
Clinical director/program leader | • To lead a new Simulation Consultancy Service in its mission to optimise healthcare service delivery • To co-design and develop a strategic plan for simulation activities that is responsive to current and future needs • To enhance healthcare delivery through the implementation of simulation programs that promote excellence, innovation, skill development and team performance • To partner with departments and units across the organisation to develop solutions to clinical concerns and problems • To coordinate faculty development across the organisation with the intent of building a shared mental model and understanding of simulation modalities and opportunities • To be accountable within the organisation for the financial management of the service, simulation resources and facilities | • Previous leadership positions with responsibilities for people and finances • Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering high-quality simulation activities • Evidence of positive working relationships within a health simulation community • Evidence of scholarship and research outputs related to health simulation • Ability to work in a team and manage professional relationships effectively |
Simulation coordinators | • Active involvement in the development and delivery of simulation activities • Coordination and consultation with departments and units across the organisation to co-design and develop a program of simulation activities that provides appropriate professional development and progresses an agenda of excellence in healthcare service delivery • To assist with coordinating faculty development across the organisation with the intent of building a shared mental model and understanding of simulation modalities and opportunities • Advise on simulation resources and facilities | • Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering simulation activities • Demonstrated experience in delivery of innovative and effective education and curriculum development • Ability to work in a team and manage professional relationships effectively |
Simulation technician | • Assist with installation testing, operation and maintenance activities of simulation equipment and simulation related IT network systems • Ensure simulation facilities are appropriately set up for simulation activities • Maintain appropriate stock levels • Assist in the delivery of teaching and set-up of complex equipment, including hi-fidelity manikins • Assist in ensuring simulation activities adhere to Work Health and Safety regulations • Provide technical support to Simulation Coordinators and the Clinical Director | • Working understanding of IT networks and systems • Experience with simulation equipment and its maintenance • Demonstrated knowledge of stock control and management using a database • Demonstrated experience in managing multiple tasks with competing deadlines • Ability to work in a team and manage professional relationships effectively |
Simulation fellow | • Perform in the role of a simulation coordinator for a time-limited period • Achieve tailored learning objectives related to the development and delivery of health simulation | • Enthusiastic about learning and implementing the modalities of healthcare simulation • Ability to work in a team and manage professional relationships effectively |