Job Summary

The Standardized Patient simulates, in a consistent, disciplined, standardized manner, a patient in a medical situation for purposes of medical resident training. The Standardized Patient is a per diem position with no set schedule for standardized patient training sessions or programs. The Lead Standardized Patient is required to have a set, limited schedule.

Job Duties

• Responsible to learn a case, based on a real patient other than themselves.
• Interviewed and examined by learners as though they were that person in the doctor's office, clinic, or emergency department, giving that patient's history, and simulating their physical signs, such as pain or difficulty waking.
• No invasive examinations are performed; no medications are given; no sharps are used.
• Some disrobing may be required.
• Fulfills the duties of a Standardized Patient but will also be responsible for reviewing and editing cases, functioning in a lead role at standardized patient training sessions and programs.
• Assist in developing and leading quarterly retreats.

Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Education

Bachelor's Degree- (Required)

Experience

Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required)

Skills

Mentoring Skills; Communication; Large Group Presentations; Computer Literacy

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Geisinger values who you are, where you are from, and where you are going. We seek out people of various backgrounds and cultures with unique abilities, non-traditional career paths and ambitious aspirations. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. Read more about Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruiting.

Our Vision & Values

Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

Our Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.