Standardized Patients are trained to accurately and consistently recreate the history, personality, physical findings, and emotional structure and response pattern of an actual patient; assess/document learner performance; provide individualized feedback on clinical and interpersonal skills; and represent patient satisfaction. An SP will role-play being interviewed and physically examined by learners or health professionals.
Job Responsibilities include simulating a patient case and instructing and assessing health providers at multiple levels (undergraduate, postgraduate, and practicing providers) in clinical and communication skills. This may include instructions on correct physical examination techniques. Additional responsibilities include responding to email messages promptly, demonstrating professional behavior and accountability for actions, working as a team, and keeping commitments to the SP Program.
Major Duties/Critical Tasks include simulating all aspects of the patient scenario, including the history of the current problem, affect/behavior, and physical findings in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner. Teach and assess the clinical skills of medical students and other learners. Accurately and consistently document the skills of learners using a computer. Provide constructive feedback to learners. Monitor other Standardized Patients for quality assurance. Accept ongoing feedback from the supervisor and incorporate that feedback into the case simulation.
Required Qualifications include professional skills such as the ability to work well with a variety of people, communicate clearly and effectively, recall an encounter accurately, be well organized, work effectively as part of a team and work independently, lack bias towards the healthcare system, be punctual and reliable in attendance, have capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations, be comfortable with their own body and examinations by health personnel, and have basic computer skills for email communication, document printing, and checklist documentation. Must have a computer and Zoom experience.
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine is in partnership with Virginia Tech, Carilion Clinic, and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC. Located in Roanoke, Virginia, the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and 40 miles from the Virginia Tech main campus in Blacksburg, VTCSOM provides abundant opportunities to deliver innovative, discovery-based medical education in a community-based and picturesque setting.
Its innovative curriculum includes robust, longitudinal mentored research training and a major curricular emphasis on health systems science and interprofessional practice. Students are also attracted to VTCSOM due to its 99% match success, including competitive specialties and programs. With a 2.3% acceptance rate, VTCSOM receives over 6,400 applications for 54 positions and is poised for continued growth.
If you are an individual with a disability or who has a known limitation due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions and desire an accommodation, please contact Lisa Howard at wklctk@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
About Virginia Tech: Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation, please contact the hiring department.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
...Job Description Primary Purpose: Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.Qualifications Education/Certification: None specifiedSpecial Knowledge/Skills:...
...OverviewCome help us Cultivate Fanatics at the nations leading build-your-own pizza fast-casual restaurant where Individuality, Quality, Speed, and Fire are key to the success of our company and our team!We are currently seeking Hospitality Ambassadors who can maintain...
...Work From Home Jobs / Data Entry Clerk - Typing (Remote) Liverpool, NSW, Australia Or refer someone Job Openings Work From Home... ...required. You will have adequate opportunity for growth Part-time readily available - pick the days you want to work A dedication...
...administration, clinical planning, development, and operations of the Baptist Health Care cardiopulmonary rehab program and staffing. The... ...patient experience. Uses the Intradisciplinary approach and hospital and/or community resources whenever a patient might present...
...Medicine | Martinsville, VA Mahoney Family Medicine is a well-established, highly collaborative practice seeking an experienced Dermatology Nurse Practitioner to join our team on a full-time or part-time basis. We pride ourselves on our fantastic work culture and low...