Standardized Patient | Des Moines University Job at Des Moines University, Iowa

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  • Des Moines University
  • Iowa

Job Description

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences. DMU is seeking Standardized Patients in a clinical-like setting (in-person or online), to portray cases similar to what learners would encounter in actual clinical settings. Simulated patients are expected to consistently and accurately portray trained cases including typical emotions, behaviors and symptoms. Responsible for memorizing a script and recalling actions performed by learners to document performance and skill level of each learner consistently and accurately.   Case portrayals may include communication, physical examination or both.  Simulated patients may also provide feedback and/or assess learners using specific measurement tools.  Participation in group or individual training is expected in order to prepare for case portrayal.  Work hours are variable and on an on-call basis.

What you’ll do:

  • Commit to being highly dependable and punctual.
  • Attend required, scheduled training sessions.
  • Accurately memorize, retain, and recall case/script facts.
  • Portray and simulate medical/mental health patients in an accurate, standardized, and consistent way repeatedly during an event.
  • Observe and accurately document a focused and objective evaluation of each student’s performance on skills checklists and rating scales.
  • Provide feedback, debriefing, and/or direct teaching to students regarding interpersonal communication and physical examination skills.

What we are looking for:

  • High school degree or equivalent.
  • Experience in portraying and/or ability to portray person/s other than him/herself effectively in a standardized, accurate, and consistent manner.
  • Able to maintain and preserve confidentiality.
  • Must be comfortable having repeated physical examination maneuvers performed on self.
  • Basic computer skills required.
  • Excellent ability to memorize and recall case script accurately and consistently.
  • Excellent recall for comprehending and accurately recording details of encounters.

*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering ten graduate degree programs.

Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

DMU enhances our community’s quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at .

Department: Simulation Center

Status:  Non-Exempt

Work Schedule:  Varies

Pay Rate: $19.00

About Des Moines University

Founded in 1898 in Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines University is a postgraduate medical university comprised of three colleges – College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and College of Health Sciences – that offer nine graduate degree programs. Des Moines University combines the top advantages in medical education available today: an expert faculty, a rigorous and relevant curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic and diverse research environment, and a supportive, inclusive community of students and faculty active in learning and service. By consistently producing outstanding graduates who excel in their careers, DMU maintains one of the strongest reputations in the sphere of American medical education.

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Job Tags

Relocation, Flexible hours,

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