What are the responsibilities and job description for the Standardized Patient (Per Diem) position at Geisinger?
- Responsible to learn a case, based on a real patient other than themselves.
- Interviewed and examined by learners as though they were that person in the doctor's office, clinic, or emergency department, giving that patient's history, and simulating their physical signs, such as pain or difficulty waking.
- No invasive examinations are performed; no medications are given; no sharps are used.
- Some disrobing may be required.
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
