Teaching Assistant/Simulated Patient (Part-time on call) (General Announcement)

Wright State University; University (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Florida is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant/Simulated Patient to support medical students by accurately portraying patient scenarios. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma, be at least 18 years old, and be comfortable interacting with a diverse student population. Responsibilities include portraying patients and providing feedback on student interactions. This role requires professionalism and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Comfortable being interviewed and/or examined by a diverse student population.
• Communicate with faculty, staff and students in a professional and respectful manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist students by portraying an array of patient problems.
• Provide feedback to medical students during interviews and exams.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient portrayal

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Teaching Assistant/Simulated Patient (Part‑time on call)

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Summary/Basic Function

Teaching Assistants (TA) and Simulated Patients (SP) work within the Skills Assessment & Training Center at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine. TA and SP portray an array of patient problems for teaching and assessment. They assist the students’ success by accurately and consistently recreating the history, personality, physical findings, emotional structure and response patterns of an actual patient.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Comfortable being interviewed and/or examined by a diverse student population.
• Communicate with faculty, staff and students in a professional and respectful manner.

Preferred Qualifications

None specified.

Essential Functions and Percent of Time

• Teaching Assistants (TA)
• 10% – Periodic training to portray an actual patient for a given medical interview.
• 60% – Portray an actual patient during an interview session with a medical student.
• 30% – Provide fair and accurate written feedback to medical student regarding their interaction with you during the interview.
• Simulated Patient (SP)
• 10% – Periodic training to portray an actual patient for a given medical exam.
• 60% – Portray an actual patient during a simulated interview and exam session with a medical student.
• 30% – Provide fair and accurate verbal and written feedback to medical student regarding their interaction with you during the exam.

Working Conditions

Professional clinical setting in exam or conference rooms. The university conducts background checks and requires compliance with tobacco‑free campus policies. Employees must adhere to all university policies and regulations.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
  • Yes
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• * Do you meet the age requirement of this position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position at Wright State University? Please check all that apply.
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