Standardized Patient - St. Joseph Campus, UMKC School of Medicine
- Employer
- University of Missouri Kansas City
- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Oct 31, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Medicine, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Other Academic Affairs, Business & Administrative Affairs, Other Business & Administrative Affairs
- Employment Type
- Part Time
Job Details
Hiring Department
School of Medicine - St Joseph, Missouri Campus, Medical Education Support Services
Job Description
Standardized Patients (SPs) portray patients and serve as models for students who are learning medical practice competencies, such as interviewing patients, performing physical examinations and/or interacting with family members.
SPs are trained to portray specific roles in a consistent (or “standardized”) manner, so all learners receive the same cases as prescribed by faculty. During some encounters, learners may perform non-invasive physical exams, such as listening to the lungs, pressing on the abdomen or checking reflexes.
Additionally, SPs assess learners from the patient/family perspective, using objective checklists or participating in debriefing sessions as directed by faculty. All UMKC SPs receive training from School of Medicine faculty in physical examination techniques and communication competencies, plus instruction in how to evaluate and give constructive feedback to learners.
Those selected for the standardized patient pool are eligible to be “cast” for upcoming SP events if they fit specific case profiles as requested by faculty. Availability of work is sporadic and on an as-needed basis only.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess the following skills:
- Dependability and punctuality with event assignments and email responsiveness
- Professionalism when interacting with learners, faculty/staff and SP peers
- Accurate memory for case details in order to portray the role of a patient
- Accurate memory to evaluate learners after each scenario
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort with wearing a hospital gown (with undergarments beneath) during SP events
- Comfort with allowing learners to conduct general physical exams repeatedly
- Comfort with sessions being recorded for faculty assessments of learners or for learners to review later
- Basic knowledge of web conferencing (Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams) and common software (Microsoft Word)
- Flexibility with assisting as facilitators and proctors during large-scale SP events
- Ability to deliver constructive, written and verbal feedback to learners
- Access to a computer and keyboard, and intermediate-level ability to use that computer
- Access to consistent internet connectivity
- Access to a private, secure and distraction-free area in which to conduct assessments
- Access to a computer-based webcam, speaker and microphone
$20.00 per hour
Application Materials
Applicants must combine all application materials (resume, and list of three references with contact information) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment. Cover letters are appreciated, but are not required for this position.
Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).
If you are experiencing technical problems, please call (800) 488-5288.
Other Information
Part time, as needed
We are always looking for SPs that are bilingual. We have active events for which we are seeking SPs fluent in Spanish!
Benefit Eligibility
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
Company
The University of Missouri-Kansas City, one of four universities of the University of Missouri System (UM System), is a doctoral research-intensive public university offering traditional and interdisciplinary programs. The University is designated as a high research activity university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is home to 13 colleges and schools; indeed, few urban universities have the depth and breadth of disciplines (ranging from medicine to the performing arts) offered at UMKC. The University enrolls more than 16,000 students, coming from 48 states and more than 95 countries, in more than 125 academic areas. The student population includes 47% undergraduates, 31% graduates and 22% dual-enrolled HS students. Providing a stimulating classroom experience is paramount at UMKC. The institution’s diverse and international faculty hold doctorates or the highest degree in their field at an impressive 83%. UMKC has earned national and international recognition for the quality of its faculty, students, research and community leadership.
UMKC VISION
UMKC aspires to be an exemplary public urban research university of the 21st century, pursuing excellence as a human-centric learning and discovery community, fostering equity, diversity and inclusion to enrich the lives of the people and region we serve.
MISSION STATEMENT
As an urban research university, our mission at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is to promote learning through the discovery, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge of public value across a broad spectrum of disciplines and fields of study. UMKC celebrates the individual and embodies diversity and inclusion by intertwining these goals with innovation to enable transformational impact aimed at bringing cultural, social, health, and economic prosperity to the metropolitan, regional and global communities we serve.
KANSAS CITY INFORMATION
The University is located in a Kansas City metropolitan area that is among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a population of more than 2.4 million and a diverse portfolio of industries and businesses. Home to a diverse base of corporate centers, high-tech firms and prominent non-profits, Kansas City is an inspiring example of 21st century economic transformation, with UMKC sitting at its heart. From thriving corporate headquarters such Garmin to tech startups such as ZOLOZ and ShotTracker, KC’s business community is strong.
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
- Website
- http://www.umkc.edu/
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