Part-Time Standardized Patient — Shape Future Clinicians

Central Michigan University; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

Central Michigan University is seeking a part-time Standardized Patient for temporary employment in Mount Pleasant, MI. The SP will portray patients for student practice, participate in multiple exercises, and provide feedback to enhance interviewing, communication, and clinical skills.

The role requires comfort with simulated examinations, the ability to accept feedback, and reliable attendance. Experience is not required; you will be trained for the cases and operations in the IPEP Center.

Qualifications

• Ability to portray a person other than themselves effectively in a standardized way.
• Ability to accept ongoing feedback from supervisor or trainer and incorporate that feedback into case simulation.
• Demonstrated comfortability having physical examination maneuvers performed on themselves.
• Reading and writing skills necessary to absorb and use detailed case training.
• Excellent recall skills in order to comprehend and accurately record details of encounters.
• Strong interpersonal skills, be comfortable with their own personal health so that it does not interfere with the patient being portrayed.

Responsibilities

• Present case history in response to questioning by the student.
• Undergo a limited physical examination at the student’s direction.
• Assist students in developing their communication and clinical skills.
• Assist students in working through difficult emotional situations in a safe environment.
• Must be willing to wear a hospital gown while on camera and/or observed live.

Skills

Portrayal ability

Feedback incorporation

Self-exam comfort

Reading/writing

Recall accuracy

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Central Michigan University is seeking a part-time Standardized Patient for temporary employment in Mount Pleasant, MI. The SP will portray patients for student practice, participate in multiple exercises, and provide feedback to enhance interviewing, communication, and clinical skills.

The role requires comfort with simulated examinations, the ability to accept feedback, and reliable attendance. Experience is not required; you will be trained for the cases and operations in the IPEP Center.