Standardized Patient (H)

University of Miami•Miami, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Medical Student Education has an exciting opportunity for a Part-time Standardized Patient to work in Miami, FL. The Standardized Patient recreates the history, physical findings and emotional responses of an actual patient in simulated “clinical” encounters. Additionally, a Standardized Patient evaluates and teaches communication techniques that help a healthcare professional elicit information necessary for diagnosis and treatment, while establishing rapport with the patient. Simulates all aspects of scenarios, including history of current problem, affect/behavior and physical findings, in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner. Completes checklists accurately and completely. Provides both verbal and written constructive feedback to medical students and colleagues. Works in a professional manner when interacting with learners, faculty, supervisors and peers. Accepts ongoing feedback from facilitators and incorporates into case simulation. Promotes positive communication about the Miller School of Medicine and its programs within the healthcare and local communities. Participates in presentations to a variety of community, political and medical audiences. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
No experience required
General knowledge of office procedures and operations
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Ability to understand and follow instructions
Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

Simulates all aspects of scenarios, including history of current problem, affect/behavior and physical findings, in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner.
Completes checklists accurately and completely.
Provides both verbal and written constructive feedback to medical students and colleagues.
Works in a professional manner when interacting with learners, faculty, supervisors and peers.
Accepts ongoing feedback from facilitators and incorporates into case simulation.
Promotes positive communication about the Miller School of Medicine and its programs within the healthcare and local communities.
Participates in presentations to a variety of community, political and medical audiences.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.