Posting Details

About WesternU As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others. Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference. Posting Details Position Title Assistant Director of Healthcare Simulation

Position Control Number A03843

Type of Position Administration

Position Status Full-time

Department 14301-Standardized Patients Prog-NW

Campus Western University Campus-Lebanon, OR

Position Location Oregon

Job Summary Responsible to the Director of the Office of Healthcare Simulation for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Clinical Skills Lab (CSL), overseeing personnel within the department, overseeing Standardized Patients (SP), and assisting with internal and external customer relations and development. Assists with the collaboration of educational objectives for the office in application to the events and projects of the Office of Healthcare Simulation/Clinical Skills Lab (CSL) at Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities and perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Knowledge:

Must have knowledge of medical terminology and basic non-invasive diagnostic equipment (blood pressure cuff, stethoscope and ophthalmoscope/otoscope) as well as a general understanding of basic physical examination.

Skills:

Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills and have the ability to speak publicly. Must be able to represent the Office of Medical Simulation and interact effectively with administration, faculty, staff, potential donors, and students.

Must have excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Must be able to assess situations and adapt to a highly dynamic environment and have the ability to manage multiple projects.

Must have excellent computer skills and the ability to use multiple computer programs as needed to accomplish essential job functions. Must be able to create and format documents in Word and Excel and have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Must have a general knowledge of audio-video recording systems and a theoretical knowledge of medical simulators.

Must have experience and skill in management of individuals and teams with a collaborative leadership style.

Abilities:

Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree required in Education, Nursing, Health, Behavioral Sciences, or closely related discipline, or commensurate work experience.

Experience:

2 years of administrative experience, with a minimum of 1 year in higher education, preferably in a standardized, simulated or virtual patient environment, or equivalent experience.

Demonstrated leading/training ability required.

Preferred Qualifications Education:

Master's degree or enrollment in master's program preferred.

Experience or Training:

CAE system/Medical Simulation experience preferred.

Essential Job Duties Key Responsibilities In collaboration with the Director, oversees and develops human simulation protocols, training and evaluation of employees, and directly works with recruitment, training, and development of Standardized Patients. Maintains ongoing quality control levels including providing regular performance reviews of Standardized Patients, further training and guidance.

Key Responsibilities Creates, provides and maintains office documentation and analyses of personnel and office functions as requested by Director. Develops and maintains vital records for internal and external requirements.

Key Responsibilities In collaboration with the Director, the Assistant Director oversees the planning and administration of educational activities, case development, assessment activities and communications for the Office of Healthcare Simulation.

Key Responsibilities Actively collaborates with the Director, Simulation Operations, Standardized Patient Educators, recruiter, and Administrative Assistant both identifying and resolving needs regarding calendar, space, resources, and logistics to ensure a well-run program.

Key Responsibilities Manages and directs healthcare simulation programs of human simulation for Western University of Health Sciences and outside constituents in collaboration with the Director, Simulation Operations, and all program staff to meet accreditation standards and to maintain a high-quality program that meets the educational requirements of WesternU and its constituents. This includes monitoring assessments and testing events for both quality and consistency.

Key Responsibilities Ensures human simulation is high-quality, evidence-based, engaging, effective, promotes realism to meet learning objectives, and oversees a process of ongoing professional development and competence of the Office of Healthcare Simulation staff.

Key Responsibilities Develops methodology, training, and administers SP-based simulation in collaboration with simulation educators, faculty and healthcare professionals both within WesternU and with professional organizations such as ASPE and SSH.

Key Responsibilities Supports Director with budgeting, annual evaluations, and other duties as assigned.

Posting Details Continued Work Schedule 40 hours per week, regular business hours. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,

• Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
• Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
• As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
• WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.
• We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Expected Pay Scale Minimum $70,304.00 Annually

Maximum $70,304.00 Annually

Physical Demands

Physical Demands Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear and regularly required to use hands. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms, and stoop. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include close and distance vision. Describe Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties of the position are normally performed in a typical office/medical school setting; however, a moderate amount of travel is necessary. The noise level in this setting is usually moderate due to the proximity of various office machines, equipment, and people.

Posting Information Posting Number A01058

Posting Date 09/04/2026

Close Date 09/04/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Conditions of Employment - Background Check To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position. Pay Transparency Act Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications. Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO) It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.