Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

This position is contingent and day shift.

Standardized patients participate in the training and assessment of healthcare students and professionals through their trained portrayal of signs and symptoms consistent with specific disease states. They are interviewed and examined according to standard of care criteria, which they may be required to rate according to specified criteria.    

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Portrayal of all signs, symptoms, physical findings, behavior, and emotional states of a given patient case.  Portrayal of other simulation participant roles, such as family members and patient advocates. Accurate and efficient completion of checklists and rating forms.

General Requirements

• Demonstrate flexibility, reliability, and punctuality relative to assigned cases.

• Be willing to be examined multiple times with repeated physical examination maneuvers while wearing a hospital gown over undergarments.

• Be willing to be audio and videotaped and/or observed live through observation window or video monitor.

• Maintain security and confidentiality of all video-taped proceedings in accordance with center and hospital policy.

• Maintain confidentiality of all student, associate, and/or hospital information as required.

• Maintain order, cleanliness and safety of all work areas.

• Interact in a professional mannner with all learners, faculty, fellow SPs, and staff.

• Provide constructive feedback to case participants.

• Employ improvosational skills as cases warrant.

• Assimilate ongoing feedback from facilitators/instructors regarding performance.

• Accept feedback and alter portrayal accordingly.

• Follow written and verbal instruction.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.