Standardized Patient (SP)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in California seeks a part-time Standardized Patient (SP) to accurately portray patient roles and assess pharmacy students’ clinical skills. The SP will provide feedback on student performance during simulations and maintain professionalism and confidentiality throughout the process. This role requires excellent communication skills and reliability, with a pay range of $25.00 - $30.00 hourly.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills to provide constructive feedback.
• Reliable and punctual for all training and session events.
• Open to being interviewed or examined in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Accurately portray patient scenarios as per scripts.
• Provide structured feedback to students on their performance.
• Participate in training and rehearsals for simulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Reliability

Confidentiality

Job description

Position Title

Standardized Patient (SP)

Position Type

Limited-Term (Renewable)

Job Number

SA71524

Full or Part Time

part-time 0-19 hours weekly

Fair Labor Standard Act Classification

Non-Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range

$25.00 - $30.00

Pay Range Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Job Description Summary

A Standardized Patient (SP) is trained to accurately portray a specific patient’s role, assess clinical skills, and provide constructive feedback about a student’s performance. SPs participate in the teaching and assessment of pharmacy students at Chapman University School of Pharmacy. Standardized Patient Program activities provide students with the opportunity to develop, practice, and enhance their interviewing skills, communication skills, and physical exam techniques.

Responsibilities

Standardized/Simulated Patient Duties

1. Case Portrayal & Clinical Encounters

• Accurately portray healthcare scenarios according to scripts provided by faculty or staff. Present medical histories, symptoms, behaviors, and emotional responses consistently across student encounters.


• Actively participate in Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), TOSCEs, Interprofessional Education (IPE) activities, or other simulation-based assessments.

2. Feedback & Evaluation

• Provide structured feedback to students on communication, professionalism, and clinical skills, as directed.


• Complete evaluation checklists, scoring rubrics, or electronic forms to assess student performance.

3. Training & Preparation

• Attending orientation and training sessions before participating in simulations.


• Review and memorize case scripts, patient histories, and key scenario details.


• Participate in rehearsals or practice sessions to ensure accurate portrayal of cases.

4. Professional Conduct & Confidentiality

• Maintain confidentiality of all student performance data and scenario information.


• Exhibit professionalism, reliability, and punctuality in all assigned events.


• Comply with school policies regarding attire, behavior, and conduct in simulation environments.

5. Administrative & Technical Duties

• Complete timekeeping or sign-in/out procedures for each simulation session.


• Use digital platforms or software (e.g., CORE or other tracking systems) to record feedback or confirm participation.


• Notify coordinators in advance if they are unable to attend scheduled sessions.

6. Optional / Role-Specific Duties

• Serve as a resource for faculty or staff in developing and refining simulation scenarios.

7. Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Meet specific case criteria (i.e., case demographics).


• Available for both training and interview/exam sessions of scheduled events.


• Access to the internet and technology for online training, scoring, scheduling, and communications.


• Open to being interviewed and physically examined by students or health professionals in the same manner that would occur if I were an actual patient/client. For SPs, physical examinations may include, but not be limited to, partially disrobing for noninvasive physical examination procedures/maneuvers such as listening to the heart and lungs, reflexes, pressing on the stomach, taking a blood pressure, and looking into the eyes, ears, nose and throat.


• Reliable and punctual.


• Have excellent communication skills. Be able to provide students with constructive feedback regarding their performance, following Chapman guidelines § Training or experience in health professions, communication, behavioral sciences, education, or performance preferred. Background check and drug screening are required as part of the Chapman University hiring process.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.