Engaging Standardized Patient for Medical Training

University of Bridgeport; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Bridgeport is seeking adults to participate as Standardized Patients for clinical instruction and assessment in the Physician Assistant Program. The role requires portraying a patient in a clinical setting, memorizing case scripts, and providing realistic responses to PA students during encounters.

Applicants should be reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions, with excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Strong reading and writing skills.
• Acting ability.
• Good communication.
• Prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Portray a patient consistently in a clinical setting for PA students.
• Memorize a case script detailing emotions, behaviors, and disease signs.
• Present all case information accurately and believably.
• Be punctual, flexible with scheduling, and professional.
• Accept feedback from SP program trainers and incorporate it.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Acting

Communication

Reliability

Job description

The University of Bridgeport is seeking adults to participate as Standardized Patients for clinical instruction and assessment in the Physician Assistant Program. The role requires portraying a patient in a clinical setting, memorizing case scripts, and providing realistic responses to PA students during encounters.

Applicants should be reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions, with excellent communication.