What are the responsibilities and job description for the Standardized Patient, Part-Time (2024-2025 Academic Year) position at University of the Incarnate Word?
Position Information
Position Title
Standardized Patient, Part-Time (2024-2025 Academic Year)
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Standardized Patient (SP) is trained to portray the role of a patient, family member, or other to allow student learners to practice physical exam skills, history taking skills, communication skills, and other exercises. Standardized Patients will often be physically examined by students and faculty as part of the medical students learning experience. The SP must maintain a professional manner when interacting with students, faculty, supervisors, peers, and UIW partners. The Standardized Patient reports to Clinical Outreach & Standardized Patient Manager.
The Standardized Patient (part-time) works on an as needed basis and may work a few times per year or a few times per month. This position is located at University of Incarnate Word’s School of Osteopathic Medicine at Brooks City Base in South San Antonio, TX.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time staff as needed during the academic year.
The Standardized Patient (part-time) works on an as needed basis and may work a few times per year or a few times per month. This position is located at University of Incarnate Word’s School of Osteopathic Medicine at Brooks City Base in South San Antonio, TX.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time staff as needed during the academic year.
Benefits
This position is not benefits eligible.
Job Duties
Job Duty Name
Essential Duties
Description of Job Duties
- Portrays all of the characteristics of a real patient, simulating the signs and symptoms of particular patient cases.
- Receives and incorporates feedback from facilitators to be incorporated into the case simulation for learning purposes.
- Practices case assignments in advance of the clinical event.
- Repeatedly simulates the patient case as needed so physical examination maneuvers can be performed by student learners.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Job Duty Name
In-Person Patient Acting
Description of Job Duties
- Wears a hospital gown with only undergarments underneath to simulate a real-life patient.
- Is physically examined by students and faculty as part of the medical student’s learning experience.
- Is video and audio recorded and/or observed live through an observation window or video monitor.
- Simulates all aspects of health scenarios, including the medical history of the current problem, affect/behavior, and physical findings in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to effectively work in a team environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the ability to understand and adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Highly dependable and punctual.
- Proficiency of basic computer skills (i.e., to submit electronic time sheets, check email, and train on web-based software as needed).
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required Work Experience
None.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience as a standardized patient in a medical school environment.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None specified.
Work Hours
- Works on an as needed basis.
- This position involves flexible hours so applicants must be available as needed.
- Some work assignments are provided last minute; therefore, applicants should be available with short notice of job assignment.
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift up equipment (i.e., small mannequin trainer) up to 15 lbs.
- Ability to remain stationary (sit or lay on examining table) for long periods of time for periods of up to 4 hours or up to 9 hours depending on the assignment.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
AS1951PO
Number of Vacancies
5
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Staff (non-exempt)
Desired Start Date
06/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Clinical Outreach and Standardized Patient Manager
Salary
$15.30 Hourly
Open Date
05/21/2024
Close Date
05/31/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
This is a part-time position that works on an as needed basis. Position may work a few times per year or a few times per month. This position is located at University of Incarnate Word’s School of Osteopathic Medicine at Brooks City Base on the South side of San Antonio, TX.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you, as the employee, to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
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