Standardized Patient 1

Tulane University Translational Science Institute; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Tulane University Translational Science Institute in New Orleans is seeking individuals to work as Standardized Patients (SPs). The role requires simulating clinical scenarios for teaching and assessment, along with providing feedback to learners on clinical skills.

This part-time position necessitates a High School diploma and at least 3 years of work experience, with preferred qualifications including an advanced degree or education in a medical field. Applicants should be comfortable in clinical exam scenarios and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years work experience.
• Previous experience as a Standardized Patient.
• Higher education teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Must be comfortable with having areas of their body exposed and examined.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Standardized Patients (SPs) are individuals trained to portray the role of actual patients by enacting faculty defined clinical scenarios for teaching and assessment purposes. SPs must accurately and consistently simulate the history, personality, physical findings, emotional structure and response pattern of a patient. They utilize their own body to evaluate learners on correct basic physical examination techniques, along with doctor‑patient communication and other clinical skills in a simulated clinical environment. SPs report to the Program Director and work closely with the SP Educators to ensure learners obtain, apply, and practice clinical skills in a non‑threatening, standardized, positive encounter. This position is considered part time/as needed, and individuals are scheduled based on the case implementation component of the required curriculum as determined by the Course Directors.

Responsibilities

• Must be comfortable with having areas of their body exposed and examined
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work with diverse constituencies that are always changing

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualification:
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • At least 3 years work experience
• Preferred Qualification:
  • An advanced degree
  • Previous experience as Standardized Patient
  • Previous knowledge of the roles of a Standardized Patient
  • Higher Education teaching experience
  • Experience and/or education in a medical related field

About Us

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at [e-mail].

Job Info

• Job Identification 1143
• Job Category Research
• Posting Date 06/25/2026, 01:48 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations New Orleans, LA, United States
• Legal Employer Tulane University
• Business Unit Tulane University
• Department SOM Standardized Patients Program