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Standardized Patient (TECHS/Alberta)
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
35006BR
Work Location
El Paso
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso
Campus
HSC - El Paso
Department
TECHS Elp
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.
Required Qualifications
No acting or direct experience is required.
The minimum age eligible for hire is 14 years old.
Must have the ability to understand and follow instructions.
Must have the ability to memorize and be improvisational.
Preferred Qualifications
Basic computer skills.
Prior experience in a simulation environment.
EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV
Job Type
Part Time
Pay Basis
Hourly
Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected
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 on the Human Resources webpage.
Travel Required
None
Shift
Day
Grant Funded?
No
Job Group
Seasonal and Temporary
Job Expires
11/10/2023
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