Standardized Patient (SP)

Chapman University Careers•Irvine, CA

About The Position

A Standardized Patient (SP) is trained to accurately portray a specific patient’s role, assess clinical skills, and provide constructive feedback about a student’s performance. SPs participate in the teaching and assessment of pharmacy students at Chapman University School of Pharmacy. Standardized Patient Program activities provide students with the opportunity to develop, practice, and enhance their interviewing skills, communication skills, and physical exam techniques. This position will support various simulation events for the Chapman School of Pharmacy. Recruitment is ongoing and based on the School’s simulation schedule and evolving needs.

Requirements

Meet specific case criteria (i.e., case demographics).
Available for both training and interview/exam sessions of scheduled events.
Access to the internet and technology for online training, scoring, scheduling, and communications.
Open to being interviewed and physically examined by students or health professionals in the same manner that would occur if I were an actual patient/client.
For SPs, physical examinations may include, but not be limited to, partially disrobing for noninvasive physical examination procedures/maneuvers such as listening to the heart and lungs, reflexes, pressing on the stomach, taking a blood pressure, and looking into the eyes, ears, nose and throat.
Reliable and punctual.
Have excellent communication skills.
Be able to provide students with constructive feedback regarding their performance, following Chapman guidelines
Background check and drug screening are required as part of the Chapman University hiring process.

Nice To Haves

Training or experience in health professions, communication, behavioral sciences, education, or performance preferred.

Responsibilities

Case Portrayal & Clinical Encounters Accurately portray healthcare scenarios according to scripts provided by faculty or staff.
Present medical histories, symptoms, behaviors, and emotional responses consistently across student encounters.
Actively participate in Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), TOSCEs, Interprofessional Education ( IPE ) activities, or other simulation-based assessments.
Feedback & Evaluation Provide structured feedback to students on communication, professionalism, and clinical skills, as directed.
Complete evaluation checklists, scoring rubrics, or electronic forms to assess student performance.
Training & Preparation Attending orientation and training sessions before participating in simulations.
Review and memorize case scripts, patient histories, and key scenario details.
Participate in rehearsals or practice sessions to ensure accurate portrayal of cases.
Professional Conduct & Confidentiality Maintain confidentiality of all student performance data and scenario information.
Exhibit professionalism, reliability, and punctuality in all assigned events.
Comply with school policies regarding attire, behavior, and conduct in simulation environments.
Administrative & Technical Duties Complete timekeeping or sign-in/out procedures for each simulation session.
Use digital platforms or software (e.g., CORE or other tracking systems) to record feedback or confirm participation.
Notify coordinators in advance if they are unable to attend scheduled sessions.
Optional / Role-Specific Duties Serve as a resource for faculty or staff in developing and refining simulation scenarios.
Perform other duties as assigned