What are the responsibilities and job description for the Standardized Patient (Part-time) position at Radford University?
Contact Name for Applicant
Lisa Young
Contact Phone for Applicant
540-831-7175
Education/experience
High school diploma or GED
Job Summary
Are you interested in becoming a Standardized Patient(SP)?
We have on-going needs for standardized patient positions. Read the information below to see if you are interested in participating in the training of our future medical professionals.
An SP is a person carefully recruited and trained to take on the characteristics of a real patient or patient’s family member, presenting a faculty defined clinical scenario with patient history and physical or behavioral symptoms. The SP then interacts in the clinical encounter with the student learner. The word ‘standardized’ means that the SP repeats his or her story in a consistent manner to numerous students.
During an interaction with a student, the SP may:
Present case history in response to student questioning
Undergo a limited physical examination at the student’s direction
Assist students in developing their communication skills and clinical skills
Assist students in working through difficult emotional situations
Required Qualifications
A minimum high school graduate or graduate equivalence
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in healthcare, education, or acting preferred but not required.
Posting Date
02/14/2025
Application Review Date
02/24/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check
Alternate work schedule
Required Licenses
Must have valid driver's license
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Lisa Young
Contact Phone for Applicant
540-831-7175
Education/experience
High school diploma or GED
Job Summary
Are you interested in becoming a Standardized Patient(SP)?
We have on-going needs for standardized patient positions. Read the information below to see if you are interested in participating in the training of our future medical professionals.
An SP is a person carefully recruited and trained to take on the characteristics of a real patient or patient’s family member, presenting a faculty defined clinical scenario with patient history and physical or behavioral symptoms. The SP then interacts in the clinical encounter with the student learner. The word ‘standardized’ means that the SP repeats his or her story in a consistent manner to numerous students.
During an interaction with a student, the SP may:
Present case history in response to student questioning
Undergo a limited physical examination at the student’s direction
Assist students in developing their communication skills and clinical skills
Assist students in working through difficult emotional situations
Required Qualifications
A minimum high school graduate or graduate equivalence
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in healthcare, education, or acting preferred but not required.
Posting Date
02/14/2025
Application Review Date
02/24/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check
Alternate work schedule
Required Licenses
Must have valid driver's license
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
