Simulated Participant (PRN) for Clinical Skills Training

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Simulated Participant (SP) for PRN, part-time work on Main Campus Jackson. SPs portray clinical scenarios, participate in learner exams, and provide feedback to learners under supervision.

Must be 16+ with a high school diploma or GED and strong English skills. Responsibilities include reviewing scripts, performing simulated exams on learners, and maintaining accurate checklists.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; must be at least 16 years of age.
• Experience in theater, public speaking, medicine, teaching, social work, counseling, sales, public relations, or similar is a plus.
• N/A certifications or registrations required.

Responsibilities

• Report for learner exam sessions and training sessions as scheduled.
• Interact professionally with learners, faculty, simulation specialists, supervisors and peers.
• Be comfortable having repeated physical examination maneuvers performed on self with exception of breast, rectal, pelvic, and genital examinations.
• Be willing to wear a hospital gown with only undergarments underneath, while on camera and/or observed live through an observation window or video monitor.
• Simulate all aspects of scenarios, including history of current problem, affect/behavior and physical findings, in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner.
• Accurately and consistently complete learner checklists and deliver constructive feedback on communication skills, data gathering skills, and physical exam skills.
• Accept and implement ongoing feedback from SP Coordinator and incorporate into case simulation.
• Prepare exam room daily by cleaning, restocking, and placing items back in their place as needed.
• Responding to Clinical Skills staff in a time manner (within 48 hours of contact).
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Skills

Verbal communication

English proficiency

Reading scripts

Memorization

Follow instructions

Basic computer skills

Light lifting

Discretion / confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Simulated Participant (SP) for PRN, part-time work on Main Campus Jackson. SPs portray clinical scenarios, participate in learner exams, and provide feedback to learners under supervision.

Must be 16+ with a high school diploma or GED and strong English skills. Responsibilities include reviewing scripts, performing simulated exams on learners, and maintaining accurate checklists.