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Job Title Standardized Patient (Temporary Pool) Department Academic Affairs, College of Medicine - 31100 Pay Grade 1 Job Category Temporary Job Summary

A standardized patient is a person trained to portray a realistic patient, their family member or others to recreate a scenario accurately and consistently. SPs are trained to give feedback to the students in the patient's voice.

Standardized patients perform a wide variety of roles working with a wide range of medical professions. These roles help students learn history taking and communication skills. The scenarios provide a safe environment to work through emotional situations.

SPs are also trained to assist in the teaching of physical exam skills. Everything from taking blood pressure to gynecological exams. Working with both students and residents, the SPs are an invaluable part of their education. Helping them hone their skills in a safe and supportive way.

Other job-related duties may be assigned.

ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Qualifications

Generally a high school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications Salary

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SS00719P Is this position subject to a criminal background check? No Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source? No Open Date 06/01/2021 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants. All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding.