Standardized Patient Model

Function/Duties of Position

• Memorizes a case script detailing specific emotions, behaviors, and disease signs/symptoms for presentation during simulated learning situations.
• Presents case information in a standardized manner during simulated interactive patient history and/or medical examinations.
• Remains in a specific patient character as trained when responding to student questions.
• Maintains confidentiality of information related to cases, student behaviors and feedback evaluations.
• Provides constructive verbal feedback within a structured format, as appropriate to the position.
• Participates in group training and/or mentorship of newly hired standardized patients.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to accurately maintain a specified character as trained.
• Ability to work flexible hours on a scheduled on-call basis.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to recall case information, as cued by students in a role-play situation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of case and student information.
• Ability to understand and follow directions and incorporate trainer feedback.
• Ability to perform the job duties with or without accommodation.

Additional Details

Work is performed in a campus-based simulation or clinical skills suite.