Standardized Patient at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Standardized Patient

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

354301 - Simulation Program Ode

Position Description

Incumbents in this position are trained to portray specific sets of health problems and symptoms that will aide students in learning the proper techniques and procedures for taking medical histories, performing medical examinations, determining diagnoses and learning the appropriate way to educate and inform patients of diagnoses.

Requisition ID

39618BR

Travel Required

None

Pay Grade Maximum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan.

Major/Essential Functions

Performing a variety of duties in order to accurately and consistently portray specific types of symptoms as defined by a patient case. This may include memorizing the history of their present illness, past medical history, physical exam results as well as demonstrating appropriate body language, emotional status, and personality characteristics.

• Simulate a variety of clinical scenarios including a patient's appearance, demeanor and affect, communication style, chief complaint, symptomatology, patient medical history, and physical finding.


•  Demonstrate interviewing skills with students of the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, or other students utilizing the simulation center.


• Instruct and practice interviewing and some superficial physical assessment skills with medical students.


• Give feedback after interviewing the student. 


• Evaluate and assess the student's skills.


• Deliver feedback in person verbally, written, or electronically.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan.

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

8:00am - 12:00pm or 1:00pm - 5:00 ; 2 days per week

Work Location

Odessa

Preferred Qualifications

• Males between the age of 30 - 65


• Must have basic computer skills.


• Prior experience in a simulation environment.

Campus

HSC - Permian Basin

Department

Simulation Program Ode

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Seasonal and Temporary

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

• No acting or direct experience is required.


• Must be 16 years or older for hire. 


• Must have the ability to understand and follow instructions.


• Must have the ability to memorize and be improvisational.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

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