Standardized Patient

University of Kansas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 14,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center seeks Standardized Patients for the SOM KC Neis Clinical Skills Lab. You will portray medical scenarios, follow scripts, and provide consistent patient interactions during student training sessions across a variety of scheduled times.

This temporary, part-time hourly role trains participants in clinical communication, empathy, and clinical examination cues. Pay ranges from $10 to $20 per hour, with opportunities for higher-rate events based on performance and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalence is required.
• Experience maintaining confidential information is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to work with others respectfully.

Responsibilities

• Access email daily and track all assigned case dates.
• Study case scripts, train and perform with accuracy.
• Attend trainings and accept constructive feedback gracefully.
• Arrive on time and dress appropriately for each case.
• Log hours in Workday and keep encounters confidential.
• Record student interactions accurately on the checklist.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Independence

Teamwork

Punctuality

Memory recall

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Department: SOM KC Neis Clinical Skills Lab (NCSL)

Standardized Patients Position Title: Standardized Patient Job Family Group: Standardized Patients

Job Description Summary:

Standardized Patients are trained to act as though they have specific illnesses. They learn the history, body language, physical findings, as well as emotional and personality characteristics that tend to go along with the illness. Throughout the year, they play their part in video recorded student training sessions that happen at a variety of times within a given week.

Job Description:

Key Roles and Responsibilities Daily access to email. Keep track of all assigned case dates. Participate in all trainings assigned (cases, compliance, other). Study all facts of the assigned case script, train and preform with accuracy, and be able to take constructive criticism with a positive attitude when asked. Call (as soon as possible) if unable to attend a scheduled session. Arrive at scheduled time. Dress appropriately for each case (casual, dress-up, exam gown, etc.). Consistently perform the case in order to ensure each student/resident is seeing the same portrayal of the scenario. Make adjustments to the way the case is played if requested by faculty or SP staff. Remember what each student/resident asked and did during the encounter and record it on the standardized patient checklist accurately. Keep all cases and encounters with students/residents confidential. Log hours worked in Workday. Other duties. Work Availability Requirements Part time with a varying schedule Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Paid training at $19.45/hr. Most events start at $20/hr. Certain events that require standardized patients to go above and beyond the average role pay $25/hr+.

Required Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent Work Experience: Experience maintaining confidential information. Skills Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Willing to work a flexible schedule. Ability to work accurately and independently. Ability to work with others in a respectful manner. Punctuality and consistency . Memory and recall skills. Commitment to the education of healthcare professionals.

Required Documents

Resume/CV Cover Letter

Employee Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) Time Type: Part time Rate Type: Hourly Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above. Pay Range: $10.00 - $20.00 Minimum $10.00 Midpoint $15.00 Maximum $20.00

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Kansas Medical Center is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research, and health care.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination https://kumc-publicpoliciesandprocedures.policystat.com/policy/8446235/latest/ Under Kansas state law, certain KUMC positions are subject to disability preference. For positions subject to this requirement, KUMC will offer an interview to a person who has applied for an open position who is qualified, with or without reasonable accommodation, to meet the performance standards of the position and who has presented acceptable proof of disability. If the position you apply for is subject to the disability preference requirement, you will be asked to provide information in support of your request for disability preference when you complete the application for employment. https://civilrights.ku.edu/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf https://www.laborposters.org/federal/1606-federal-pay-transparency-poster.htm