JOB.DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY:
The standardized patient simulates the patient experience by exhibitingscripted behaviors in various
simulated medical situations. Main responsibilities include memorizing writtenscripts, demonstrating
specific patient behaviors, and contributing to student assessments. In manycases, the performance
of job duties will be recorded by audio or video.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful incumbent will perform the following duties, with or withoutreasonable
accommodations:
● Memorize and articulate scripts and detailed case information; accuratelyrecall and convey
simulated patient history information in written case scripts.
● Demonstrate a variety of simulated physical symptoms and behaviors asdetailed in written case
scripts to achieve desired scripted behavior.
● Participate in actual physical examinations conducted by students in simulatedmedical settings,
including small offices, health clinics, and hospitals; take note of students’actions during simulated
activities.
● Contribute to student assessments utilizing various evaluation criteria andtools; provide verbal or
written feedback to students, as requested.
● Complete administrative and technical tasks related to job duties, asrequired.
● Perform other role-related duties as assigned or requested.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
● No experience necessary; prior experience with acting or role-playing a plus.
● Strong memory and recall skills.
● Strong communication skills, including interpersonal, verbal, and written.
● Strong customer service orientation.
● Proficient level of computer proficiency in word processing, email, andvirtual meeting applications, preferably on the Google Workspace orMicrosoft 365 platforms.
PCOM is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration. We adhere to a policy that prohibits discrimination onthe basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion,creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteranstatus, or any other legally protected class.