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University of Kansas

Pool: Standardized Patient

University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, us, 66045


Job Description

The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may". The basic function of a Standardized Patient is to simulate medical scenarios or cases with students/learners in teaching and assessment activities. SPs will be instructed and trained by an assigned SP Trainer for a given project. During teaching or assessment activities SPs should expect that the learner may interview, counsel and/or physically examine them.

The duties shall include the following:

* Simulate all aspects of scenarios, including history of current problem, affect/behavior and physical findings, in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner * Work in a professional manner when interacting with learners, faculty, simulation specialists, supervisors and peers * Be comfortable having repeated physical examination maneuvers performed on self, such as blood pressure measurements * Accurately recall and document aspects of learner performance * Provide feedback to learners and colleagues in a constructive manner * Accurately and consistently complete communication and/or skill checklists * Objectively interact with and rate examinees of all backgrounds * Accept ongoing feedback from facilitators and incorporate into case simulation * Be willing to follow rules and procedures for the exam * Be willing to be audio and videotaped during simulations * Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with KU SOP personnel * Able to work independently, after suitable training and onboarding * Responsibly maintain own schedule - reliability and punctuality are essential * Respond in a timely manner to communications from KU personnel

30% - Observe and document learner actions in staged professional encounters

30% - Represent specific patient or health care roles

30% - Lead participants to reflect on encounters using a student-reflective interview technique

10% - Other duties as assigned (e.g. administrative assistance, quality assurance, floor managing)

Required Qualifications

* Experience in the field of education or portraying an assumed role (e.g., previous SP work, former faculty, performed in theater productions, public speaking, teaching, related volunteer experiences, training or instructing adult learners, etc.). * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Willingness to portray another person effectively and consistently in a standardized way. * Comfortable having repeated physical examination maneuvers performed on self. * Strong reading and writing skills to absorb and use the detailed case training and exam procedural information. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with learners and other employees.

Preferred Qualifications

* Previous Standardized Patient experience * Direct teaching or counseling experience * Completion of a Bachelors Degree from an accredited university or college

Position Requirements

* Able to offer availability and be willing to work a varied schedule including mornings, afternoons and early evenings. * Have daily access to a computer for email and a willingness to use it regularly to communicate with the program.