Temporary Standardized Patient

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Primary Purpose:

The Standardized Patient reports directly to the Simulation Lab Manager and or Medical Director. The Standardized Patient portrays characteristics of a real patient, simulating signs and symptoms thereby affording the student an opportunity to learn and to be evaluated on learned skills in a simulated clinical environment. Standardized Patients will undergo physical examinations by students as part of the medical students learning experience.

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $25.00

Pay Basis: Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? No

Essential Job Functions:

1) Be highly dependable and punctual
2) Demonstrate flexibility and reliability with scheduling and assignments
3) Follow written and verbal instruction
4) Provide constructive feedback to medical students and fellow SPs
5) Work in a professional manner when interacting with learners, faculty, supervisors and peers
6) Be comfortable having repeated physical examinations
7) Be willing to wear a hospital gown with only undergarments underneath, while on camera and/or observed live through an observation monitor
8) Simulate all aspects of scenarios, including history of current problem, behavior and physical findings, in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner
9) Accurately and consistently complete checklists
10) Accept ongoing feedback from facilitators and incorporate into case simulation
11) Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1) Must be flexible regarding scheduling and assignments
2) Must have the ability to understand and follow instructions
3) Must demonstrate the ability to be instructed by a Standardized Patient Manager and consistently simulate a case scenario in an accurate, reliable, and professional manner

Required Certifications/Licensures:

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required:

Required Experience:

Preferred Qualifications:

Is this a safety sensitive position? No

Background Screening Required? No

Pre-Employment Conditions:

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