Part-Time Simulation Education Associate (Flexible Schedule)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Simulation Education Associate to support CIPSI in advancing healthcare education.

This contingent, part-time role involves facilitating simulation‑based learning, engaging with students and faculty, and promoting the lab's educational impact. You will help set up and run simulations, portray patients, provide feedback, lead tours, and assist with outreach while adhering to policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to provide constructive feedback.
• Comfortable with role‑playing and maintaining character throughout training sessions.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in all interactions.
• Ability to follow scripted patient scenarios with consistency.
• No prior medical knowledge required, but familiarity with healthcare settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and facilitation of simulation events.
• Portray patients in a standardized manner, replicating medical history, symptoms, emotions, and physical findings as scripted.
• Provide constructive feedback to students based on established evaluation criteria.
• Participate in training sessions to develop an understanding of patient roles and case scenarios.
• Allow students to perform non‑invasive physical examinations as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding case details and student performance.
• Assist with inventory management to support laboratory operations.
• Learn lab operations and technology to effectively communicate its purpose.
• Lead tours of the Simulation Center, engaging students, faculty, and stakeholders.
• Represent CIPSI at external events, promoting simulation‑based education.
• Assist with outreach and educational activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance simulation‑based learning.
• Follow all policies and procedures of the Simulation Center and the college.

Skills

Communication

Feedback

Role-playing

Punctuality

Reliability

Professionalism

Follow scripts

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Simulation Education Associate to support CIPSI in advancing healthcare education.

This contingent, part-time role involves facilitating simulation‑based learning, engaging with students and faculty, and promoting the lab's educational impact. You will help set up and run simulations, portray patients, provide feedback, lead tours, and assist with outreach while adhering to policies.