What are the responsibilities and job description for the Standardized Patients position at pcom?
SUMMARY:
The standardized patient simulates the patient experience by exhibiting scripted behaviors in various
simulated medical situations. Main responsibilities include memorizing written scripts, demonstrating
specific patient behaviors, and contributing to student assessments. In many cases, 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 without reasonable
accommodations:
● Memorize and articulate scripts and detailed case information; accurately recall and convey
simulated patient history information in written case scripts.
● Demonstrate a variety of simulated physical symptoms and behaviors as detailed in written case
scripts to achieve desired scripted behavior.
● Participate in actual physical examinations conducted by students in simulated medical settings,
including small offices, health clinics, and hospitals; take note of students’ actions during simulated
activities.
● Contribute to student assessments utilizing various evaluation criteria and tools; provide verbal or
written feedback to students, as requested.
● Complete administrative and technical tasks related to job duties, as required.
● 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, and virtual meeting application preferably on the Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 platforms.
