Standardized Patient

Title: Standardized Patient

Division: Provost's Office

Department: Kinney College of Nursing & Health Professions

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $13.31/hour

EEO Job Group: 2 C8

Position Summary

To realistically portray different types of medical and mental health scenarios and illnesses that health care students and professionals in the medical field will encounter.

This is a federally funded grant position through June 30, 2026. Funding for each subsequent year up to June 30, 2029, is contingent on satisfactory progress and continuation from HRSA.

Duties/Responsibilities 

• Portray patients in various scenarios surrounding, for example, independent living for elders desiring to age in place and the use of telehealth for primary care and self-management of chronic conditions, hospital rooms, or clinics. Some scenarios may require physical examinations, including touch to sensitive areas, while wearing appropriate garments.
  
  
• Scenarios will be audio and videotaped during simulations and posted for educational use within a password protected learning management system and may also be used for educational research.
  
  
• Simulate all aspects of scenarios in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner; including but not limited to history of current problem, affect or behavior, and physical findings.
  
  
• Portray difficult personality types and sensitive subject matter.
  
  
• Provide debriefing and/or direct feedback to students regarding interpersonal communication and physical examination skills.
  
  
• Participate in group training and/or mentorship of entry-level standardized patients.
  
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  
  
• Must be highly dependable and punctual.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to be instructed by a Standardized Patient Educator. Ability to accept ongoing feedback from facilitators and incorporate feedback into case simulations.
  
  
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instruction.
  
  
• Must observe and accurately document student performance on skills checklists and rating scales.
  
  
• All Standardized Patients will participate in continuous quality improvement through video review.
  
  
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality. Must understand and comply with legal and health regulations, including but not limited to universal precautions, HIPAA, and FERPA.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Acting and/or teaching experience is desired.

Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements

• Hours worked will not exceed 18 hours per week and 24 hours per month.
• Usual hours worked will be during standard working hours; Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. with flexibility to include 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

About the College

Kinney College, along with university support, offers a robust infrastructure for program success, including a dedicated four-person technology team supporting academic programs and five full-time academic advisors available for student advising and activities. All clinical programs within the College are fully accredited, with an exemplary record in student licensure achievements.

  Application Process   Click “Apply Now!” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials. Application materials should include:

• Resume

Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities