Pacific College of Health and Science is hiring for the Federal Work Study (FWS) position of Simulation and Skills Lab Assistant in the PBSN program at our New York campus.
General Job Summary: The Nursing Skills and Simulation Lab is seeking motivated and responsible students to serve as Simulation and Skills Lab Assistants. This position provides students with an opportunity to gain exposure to simulation operations, lab management, and experiential learning environments while supporting the day-to-day activities of the Nursing Skills and Simulation Department
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Assist faculty and staff with preparing skills and simulation labs for scheduled learning experiences.
- Set up task trainers, manikins, equipment, supplies, and laboratory stations according to established guidelines.
- Assist with restocking supplies, organizing inventory, and maintaining lab cleanliness and readiness.
- Support simulation logistics including room turnover, equipment checks, and resetting simulation spaces between activities.
- Organize and store lab equipment, consumable supplies, and educational materials.
- Assist with assembling simulation packets, labels, checklists, and other operational materials.
- Conduct routine checks of equipment and notify faculty or staff of missing, damaged, or malfunctioning items.
- Support special events, open houses, simulation demonstrations, and departmental activities as assigned.
- Perform other simulation and laboratory support duties under the supervision of the Skills and Simulation faculty and staff.
Minimum/Required Qualifications:
- Current PCHS students enrolled in any program. In good academic standing at the time of employment.
- No prior history of academic probation or code of conduct violations.
- Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently once trained.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to lift, move, and transport lab supplies and equipment as needed.
- Maintain SAP and enrollment requirements.
- Maintain good behavioral standards and code of conduct
- Report to work as scheduled, accurately record hours worked, and submit timesheets by established deadlines.
- Follow institutional policies and procedures.
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.
- Notify supervisors of schedule changes.
- Prioritize academic responsibilities.
- Maintain records confidentiality
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of the job in a typical healthcare lab environment. Able to work sitting or standing with mild-moderate lifting of lab/simulation equipment and/or boxes.
Rate of Pay: $17.00 per hour
Application Deadline/Procedures: The application deadline is October 16, 2026. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Dr. Daphne Lysius at [email protected].
Reasonable accommodation may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We offer the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of holistic, caring professionals. We are committed to creating a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students. Pacific College of Health and Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants are considered based on their qualifications for the position.
Pacific College of Health and Science is one of the oldest and largest accredited institutions training professionals in integrative and traditional Chinese medicine to include acupuncture, holistic nursing, massage therapy, and herbal medicine. Founded in 1986, Pacific College is home to beautiful campuses and busy clinics in New York, San Diego, and Chicago and a rapidly growing online division. Pacific College features an esteemed faculty with over 200 faculty members from around the globe, many of whom conduct ongoing research and educate approximately 1,700 students every year.