Standardized Patient (SP) (Part Time / Multiple Positions) (College of Medicine-Phoenix)

The University of Arizona, College of Medicine - Phoenix has an ongoing process of hiring and training a diverse and comprehensive group of Standardized Patients (SPs). SPs are integral to medical education for students to learn, develop and practice important communications skills and the art of the medical interview. Additionally, SPs assess and provide feedback on these communications skills. Students practice their newly acquired physical exam skills on SPs to gain confidence prior to working with actual patients. A physical exam or a head-to-toe assessment is an exhaustive process that checks the health status of all major body systems, reflexes, and includes a femoral pulse check.

The SPs are carefully recruited and trained to take on the characteristics of real patients and to portray a specific case(s). The word "standardized" means that the standardized patient repeats his or her story in a consistent manner to numerous students. Standardized Patient activities enable students to learn about medical issues that are sometimes specific to age, gender or other criteria that may not be suited to all Standardized Patients. Once the University of Arizona, College of Medicine - Phoenix Medicine faculty or staff selects cases for an event, Standardized Patients are matched with the cases using specific criteria. Each simulation is designed to be as realistic as possible to enhance the learning experience.

Please Note: Applications are accepted year-round with hiring cycles twice a year (Fall & Spring). The Center for Clinical Skills and Assessment holds virtual interviews for prospective SPs on an as needed basis. SPs are part time and work on a project basis as needed, the ideal expectation is that an SP would work at least 3 full event days per month. Common event day schedules include Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12:00pm-5:00pm. Mandatory trainings and special events occur Monday and Friday within normal business hours (8am-5pm), some of these trainings may be done remotely.

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University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix
Bioscience Core in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and
trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who
are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus
embodies the University's priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation,
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facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

• Act as a client or patient in encounters with medical students and respond with programmed responses according to the questions asked.
• Portray a particular case or patient presentation accurately and consistently.
• Evaluate the adequacy of the interview and communication skills by filling out a checklist, and also by giving verbal and/or written feedback following each encounter.
• Represent patient viewpoint and provide individualized feedback to medical students on clinical, interpersonal skills, and professionalism in a constructive manner.

This position has physical requirements which include:

• The ability to participate in student exam by getting on and off a standard exam table, performing
  range of motion with your arms, legs and hips and putting on and tying a patient gown.
• Normal range of vision, hearing and speech.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge on how to use data entry systems and scoring rubrics; giving, and receiving feedback,
  using video capture software and recordings in an education/training environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Must be able to use a computer and enter information as it relates to the program.

* At least one year of college and/or technical school experience or an Associate's Degree.

* Previous experience as a Client Patient Simulator / Standardized Patient.

* Experience teaching, tutoring, coaching or evaluating.

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

HR-PHX@arizona.edu

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).