Medical Director - Clinical Simulation Lab

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Medical Director and Associate Dean for Clinical Simulation has a strong background in relevant education theory and simulation best practices.

This position provides senior strategic oversight for the Program and serves as a resource for the simulation center team.

The position interfaces with the administrative director of the Simulation Center, along with other senior leadership in Penn State Health, Milton S.

Hershey Medical Center, and the College of Medicine. In conjunction with the Vice Dean for Educational Affairs and the CMO of the Penn State Health System, the Medical Director and Associate Dean for Clinical Simulation will provide the vision for the future development and structure of Clinical Simulation Center within the academic health system.

In collaboration with the simulation center leadership team, this individual leads complex decision-making activities that go beyond the normal operational practices of the Program.

Guidance in the execution of this role include but are not limited to the following : instruction, assessment, research, system integration, outreach and extension, and administration.

Of particular importance in this role is in the outreach and extension, re-accreditation, and research.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) :

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school
• MD, DO, or credentialed licensed provider
• Must be board certified and currently possess a license to practice in State of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S) :

• Certification from the Society of Simulation for Healthcare as a Certified Educator.
• Graduate of clinical simulation fellowship program.
• Experience working in a clinical simulation environment.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

For more information : https : / / this.pennstatehealth.org / #thisIsPennStateHealth

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below :

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

For a full list with more detailed information : https : / / www.pennstatehealth.org / careers / working-here / total-rewards

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider.

As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day.

Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other.

As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence that’s Penn State Health.

But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.