Standardized Patient

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

Phase2 Technology is seeking a Standardized Patient to simulate real patient medical scenarios for medical students. The role involves portraying accurate medical conditions and providing feedback to students while maintaining confidentiality. Applicants should have excellent communication skills, be dependable, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in acting or healthcare education is preferred. The position requires onsite work at the Dell Medical School in Austin, with variable weekly hours based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to memorize and consistently recreate scenarios.
• Dependable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling.
• Comfortable with physical examination by medical students.

Responsibilities

• Portray patient scenarios consistently and accurately.
• Participate in simulated medical interviews and physical examinations.
• Provide verbal or written feedback to students.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding case content and student performance.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to memorize and consistently recreate scenarios

Dependable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling

Comfortable with physical examination by medical students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Standardized Patient

Hiring Department

Department of Medical Education

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

10

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Purpose

Standardized Patients are trained to consistently simulate real patients' medical conditions, histories, and emotions in a standardized manner to allow students to develop and practice clinical and communication skills in a safe, controlled environment.

Responsibilities

• Portray patient scenarios consistently and accurately, including medical history, symptoms, body language, and emotional state
• Participate in simulated medical interviews and physical examinations
• Provide verbal or written feedback to students in a constructive and professional manner
• Accurately recall and evaluate student performance using checklists or forms
• Maintain confidentiality regarding case content and student performance
• Attend training sessions and rehearsal activities as required

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to memorize and consistently recreate scenarios
• Dependable, punctual, and flexible with scheduling
• Comfortable with physical examination by medical students
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in acting, teaching, or healthcare education
• Familiarity with clinical or educational environments
• Bilingual abilities

Salary Range

$25.00 Hourly

Working Conditions

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
• May work around chemical fumes
• May work around standard office conditions
• May work around biohazards
• May work around chemicals
• Climbing of stairs
• Lifting and moving
• Occasional weekend, overtime and evening work to meet deadlines

Work Shift

Onsite required at the Dell Medical School, Health Learning Building located at 1501 Red River St. Austin, TX 78712. Virtual work will also be available as needed to meet students' learning needs. Training will be onsite, and weekly hours will be variable based on business needs.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.