Standardized Patient

University of Southern Indiana • Evansville, IN

42d • $13

About The Position

To realistically portray different types of medical and mental health scenarios and illnesses that health care students and professionals in the medical field will encounter. This is a federally funded grant position through June 30, 2026. Funding for each subsequent year up to June 30, 2029, is contingent on satisfactory progress and continuation from HRSA.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be highly dependable and punctual.
• Demonstrated ability to be instructed by a Standardized Patient Educator. Ability to accept ongoing feedback from facilitators and incorporate feedback into case simulations.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instruction.
• Must observe and accurately document student performance on skills checklists and rating scales.
• All Standardized Patients will participate in continuous quality improvement through video review.
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality. Must understand and comply with legal and health regulations, including but not limited to universal precautions, HIPAA, and FERPA.

Nice To Haves

• Acting and/or teaching experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Portray patients in various scenarios surrounding, for example, independent living for elders desiring to age in place and the use of telehealth for primary care and self-management of chronic conditions, hospital rooms, or clinics. Some scenarios may require physical examinations, including touch to sensitive areas, while wearing appropriate garments.
• Scenarios will be audio and videotaped during simulations and posted for educational use within a password protected learning management system and may also be used for educational research.
• Simulate all aspects of scenarios in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner; including but not limited to history of current problem, affect or behavior, and physical findings.
• Portray difficult personality types and sensitive subject matter.
• Provide debriefing and/or direct feedback to students regarding interpersonal communication and physical examination skills.
• Participate in group training and/or mentorship of entry-level standardized patients.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees