Position Summary

To realistically portray different types of medical and mental health scenarios and illnesses that health care students and professionals in the medical field will encounter.

This is a federally funded grant position through June 30, 2026. Funding for each subsequent year up to June 30, 2029, is contingent on satisfactory progress and continuation from HRSA.

Duties/Responsibilities 

• Portray patients in various scenarios surrounding, for example, independent living for elders desiring to age in place and the use of telehealth for primary care and self-management of chronic conditions, hospital rooms, or clinics. Some scenarios may require physical examinations, including touch to sensitive areas, while wearing appropriate garments.
  
  
• Scenarios will be audio and videotaped during simulations and posted for educational use within a password protected learning management system and may also be used for educational research.
  
  
• Simulate all aspects of scenarios in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner; including but not limited to history of current problem, affect or behavior, and physical findings.
  
  
• Portray difficult personality types and sensitive subject matter.
  
  
• Provide debriefing and/or direct feedback to students regarding interpersonal communication and physical examination skills.
  
  
• Participate in group training and/or mentorship of entry-level standardized patients.
  
  
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  
  
• Must be highly dependable and punctual.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to be instructed by a Standardized Patient Educator. Ability to accept ongoing feedback from facilitators and incorporate feedback into case simulations.
  
  
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instruction.
  
  
• Must observe and accurately document student performance on skills checklists and rating scales.
  
  
• All Standardized Patients will participate in continuous quality improvement through video review.
  
  
• Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality. Must understand and comply with legal and health regulations, including but not limited to universal precautions, HIPAA, and FERPA.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Acting and/or teaching experience is desired.

Regular Work Hours/Travel Requirements

About the College

Kinney College, along with university support, offers a robust infrastructure for program success, including a dedicated four-person technology team supporting academic programs and five full-time academic advisors available for student advising and activities. All clinical programs within the College are fully accredited, with an exemplary record in student licensure achievements.

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Pre-Employment Screening

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Authorization to Work in the United States

USI will not sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.

Interview Accommodations

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at mcweinzapf@usi.edu or (812) 464-1840. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at HumanRes@usi.edu or (812) 464-1815.

EEO Statement

USI is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities