Director of Simulation Instruction (MSA Program)

This full-time academic position oversees simulation education activities for the Washington, DC-based Master of Science in Anesthesia (MSA) Program at Case Western Reserve University. The Director of Simulation Education is responsible for evaluating and all simulation education activities, ensuring alignment with the academic curriculum and program goals. Responsibilities include, but not limited to course mapping, course administration, curriculum development, simulation faculty development, and teaching in the simulation lab. The Director ensures that all activities comply with University, School, and Program policies and procedures. The Director of Simulation is expected to be on site and working in person for two extended administrative days per week, one of which must be fixed, and will maintain regular in-person office hours for students. Adjustments to the expected administrative days may be considered on an individual basis with approval from the Program Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Under the overall supervision of the Program Director, and in close collaboration with the Associate Program Director and Directors of Didactic and Clinical Education, the Director of Simulation Education will:

1. Lead Simulation Instruction and Evaluation Lead simulation instruction and support classroom and clinical correlation. Collaborate with clinical and didactic faculty to deliver simulation education aligned with clinical training. Oversee and maintain the simulation evaluation system, ensuring regular reviews and updates to reflect MSA standards. Coordinate simulation schedules for students and faculty, including full-time and adjunct instructors, in collaboration with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, and Directors of Didactic and Clinical Education. Provide didactic and clinical instruction each semester, as required, in coordination with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, and other core directors.

2. Simulation Evaluation, Progress Reporting, and Feedback: Provide regular progress reports on students' simulation performance, ensuring that these reports are shared with simulation faculty and core faculty. Support the development of simulation instructors.

3. Remediation of Simulation Skills and Competency Collaborate with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, Clinical and Didactic Directors, and simulation faculty to develop and manage remediation plans for students requiring additional support in demonstrating simulation skills or achieving core competencies. As the lead simulation instructor, evaluate students following clinical remediation plans to ensure successful skill acquisition and competency achievement. Provide individualized simulation resources and continuous feedback to support students' progression toward meeting their competencies.

4. Regular Review of Simulation Equipment and Supplies Conduct regular reviews of simulation practices to ensure alignment with MSA program goals and clinical applications. Manage the budget of simulation equipment and supplies, and maintain equipment at optimal performance levels. Collaborate with clinical and didactic directors to ensure proper integration of simulation activities.

5. Participation in the Committee on Progress and Promotion: Actively participate in the Committee on Progress and Promotion, supporting student advancement through the program. Provide data and insights from simulation evaluations to guide decisions regarding student progression.

6. Simulation Curriculum Development Lead the development and continuous improvement of simulation curricula in collaboration with the Program Director, Associate Program Director, and other faculty. Serve as course instructor for simulation courses, ensuring alignment with program goals. Ensure simulation courses include a schedule of activities, objectives, and evaluation mechanisms.

7. Mentoring and Academic Advising: Provide mentorship and academic advising to MSA students, offering guidance on academic and simulation progress.

8. Administrative Functions and Collaboration: Maintain and coordinate information management systems and records to support academic and administrative functions, including student rosters, student gradebook, lab schedules, and student and instructor lab plans. Interface with external organizations on behalf of the MSA program. Assist with recruiting efforts and marketing strategies. Support the creation of simulation education budgets.

9. Professional Development and Participation in Faculty Committees: Attend faculty meetings regularly. Participate in local, national, and international professional organizations to stay updated on trends in anesthesia simulation education and practice. Assist with special projects and support faculty in simulation and clinical education. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The Director of Simulation Education will be required to spend approximately 100% of their time in academic and administrative duties over the course of two (2) days per week, the specific days and hours for which will be agreed upon with the Program Director. The position requires that the Director of Simulation Education can work under stress and sit for long periods of time at a computer terminal. Frequent travel may be required for student and AA faculty recruitment and participation in professional meetings at the state and national levels. Either in-person or teleconferenced attendance at administrative meetings and conferences in evenings and on weekends may be required.

The annual starting base salary range for this position is from $90-100,000. CWRU considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Professionalism:

• Advocate for the CAA profession
• Successful leadership roles, ideally in an anesthesia-related field
• Effective collaboration with other professions

Interpersonal and Communication:

• Able to work cooperatively with colleagues and staff at all levels
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, including self-and situational awareness
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Academic and Teaching:

• Mentorship and/or advising abilities towards students and/or faculty members
• Able to teach didactic courses and/or laboratory procedures, also in an interprofessional environment
• Skilled at writing lesson plans for AA education courses
• Familiarity with current anesthesiology literature

Clinical Experience:

• Able to work in both private and academic settings.
• Able to participate in the clinical education of the students.

Administrative and Managerial:

• Able to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Able to consistently meet attendance and deadlines.
• Ability to analyze facts, exercise judgment, and arrive at valid conclusions.
• Working knowledge of computer software applications and distance education.

Experience: Applicants must be a practicing, certified anesthesiologist assistant (CAA) and should be an experienced teacher with practical skills in physiology, biophysics, mathematics, pathology, physics, and chemistry. A minimum of five years' teaching experience is required. Ten years or more of teaching experience desired.

Education/Licensing: Active hospital credentialing committee approval or the ability to obtain hospital credentialing committee approval to work as a CAA in Washington, DC is required and must be maintained while in this position. A master's degree in anesthesia is required; an ideal candidate will also possess a graduate degree in education (M.Ed. or Ph.D.).