Standardized Patient - UMKC School of Medicine

Minimum Qualifications

• Dependability and punctuality with event assignments and email responsiveness
• Professionalism when interacting with learners, faculty/staff and SP peers
• Accurate memory for case details in order to portray the role of a patient
• Accurate memory to evaluate learners after each scenario
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort with wearing a hospital gown (with undergarments beneath) during SP events
• Comfort with allowing learners to conduct general physical exams repeatedly
• Comfort with sessions being recorded for faculty assessments of learners or for learners to review later
• Basic knowledge of web conferencing (Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams) and common software (Microsoft Word)

Skills to Develop

• Flexibility with assisting as facilitators and proctors during large-scale SP events
• Ability to deliver constructive, written and verbal feedback to learners

Additional Requirements

• Access to a computer and keyboard
• Intermediate-level ability to use the computer
• Consistent internet connectivity
• A private, secure and distraction-free area in which to conduct assessments
• A computer-based webcam, speaker and microphone

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non-benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.