Standardized Patient

Job Summary
The major responsibility of this position is to apply various acting, communication, and feedback skill sets as set forth by the parameters of a given event or exercise. Standardized Patients (SPs) perform for learners on the WesternU Lebanon campus as well as outside clients as needed. Performances require a realistic portrayal of a patient or client involving simulating physical signs and symptoms, responding to verbal cues from the learner in a standardized manner that is dictated by the case materials, and/or providing an accurate assessment of the learners' clinical and interpersonal skills verbally and/or through documentation. SPs will often participate in non-invasive physical examinations with learners as part of the learning experience. The SP must be able to perform and assess repeatedly throughout a session without losing accuracy or standardization from previous encounters or fellow SPs. The SP reports directly to the Director of the Office of Medical Simulation, WesternU Oregon. For individual learning events, employee will be scheduled, trained, and supervised by the Standardized Patient Educator leading the event.

Required Qualifications
Experience with software programs and computer skills required.

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