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Simulation & Skills Lab Technician **Billings, MT**
Make history and join our college by transforming nursing education and healthcare of Montana through the generous philanthropic investment of $101 million from Mark and Robyn Jones, the founders of Goosehead Insurance. By 2030, we strive to be on the top of nursing education through constructing five new campus buildings (one on each campus), the creation of five endowed professorships, student scholarships, producing more qualified nurses, and starting Montana’s first Certified Nurse Midwifery program.
The Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing (MRJCON) offers a baccalaureate in nursing, accelerated Baccalaureate in Nursing, Master of Nursing focused on clinical leadership, and Doctor of Nursing Practice with focus in family nurse practitioner, psych-mental health nurse practitioner, and nurse-midwifery. The College has five campus locations across the state, located in Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, Kalispell, and Missoula.
The Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing (MRJCON) offers a baccalaureate in nursing, accelerated Baccalaureate in Nursing, Master of Nursing focused on clinical leadership, and Doctor of Nursing Practice with focus in family nurse practitioner, psych-mental health nurse practitioner, and nurse-midwifery. The College has five campus locations across the state, located in Billings, Bozeman, Great Falls, Kalispell, and Missoula.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Set up and take down simulation and skills lab environments, including manikins, task trainers, hospital beds, monitors, IV equipment, and audio-visual systems to prepare simulation and skills lab spaces according to faculty needs and scheduled activities.
- Assist during simulation and skills lab sessions by providing on-site technical and operational support.
- Perform and maintain records of routine upkeep, cleaning, functional testing, charging, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of low-, medium-, and high-fidelity simulation manikins and task trainers, as well as repairs, warranties, and service schedules.
- Ensure proper storage, handling, and transport of simulation manikins, supplies, and equipment.
- Manage inventory of simulation and skills lab supplies and consumables, including ordering, stocking, tracking usage, and rotation.
- Assist faculty in identifying supply needs for new or revised learning activities.
- Ensure infection control, safety, and equipment-handling policies.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe simulation and skills lab environments.
- Work collaboratively with nursing faculty, simulation faculty, and staff to support instructional goals.
- Participate in ongoing evaluation and improvement of simulation and skills lab operations.
- Assist with implementing new equipment or lab processes.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated technical proficiency with common software applications (e.g., Teams, scheduling tools).
- Minimum of one year of experience in a clinical, healthcare education, or technical support environment.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Associate’s degree in healthcare, education, technology, or a related field.
- Experience working in a healthcare simulation lab or skills lab.
- Experience with healthcare simulation equipment, manikins, or task trainers.
- Experience with inventory or supply management.
- Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS).
The Successful Candidate Will
- Knowledge of healthcare simulation equipment and skills lab operations (or willingness to learn).
- Mechanical and technical aptitude for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Strong organizational and inventory management skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently while responding to faculty and student needs.
- Physical ability to lift, move, and position equipment and supplies as required.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties?
No
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
Upon completion of a successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on April 2, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
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