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Standardized Patient, School of Medicine - Georgetown University Medical Center
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Position Number: 5801356
Location: Washington, DC
Position Type: Medicine - Physicians

Standardized Patient, School of Medicine - Georgetown University Medical Center

Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The School of Medicine is heir to the long and rich Catholic and Jesuit tradition of caring for the sick. From its inception, Georgetown has been committed to the pursuit of knowledge in service of the community. The Georgetown medical experience is centered in "cura personalis" - care for the psychological, spiritual, social as well as physical well being of the person. It lays the groundwork for the intellectual and ethical formation of physician healers committed to the clinically competent care of and the well being of their patients and dedicated to the health needs of the underserved in our society.

The Standardized Patient (SP) at the Georgetown University School of Medicine simulates patient scenarios to provide professional educational experiences for medical students, for both learning and assessment around their physical exam techniques and patient communication/interpersonal skills. SPs are trained in advance of any student interaction. SPs are required to portray (from memory) a specific patient case (medical history, physicality, emotional state) with realism, consistency, and accurate recall after an interaction. SPs often provide verbal and/or written feedback to learners. SP work is intermittent "as needed," and work hours will vary, dependent upon course schedules and objectives. Most work will take place on weekdays. Additional duties include, but not limited to:

Portray a common complaint/condition for educational and/or assessment events.
Standardize the portrayal of emotional and physical aspects of patients or patient family members.
Allow learners to practice physical health assessment techniques, accurately evaluating learners and delivering written and/or verbal feedback.
Participate in ongoing training around clinical exam maneuvers/checklists, simulated case review, and evaluation of students.
Keep an interest in education, contributing to the development of healthcare professionals.
Possess a positive and proactive mindset, strong work ethic, and professional reliability, working collaboratively in a learning environment with respect for a diverse community.
Simulate all aspects of patient scenarios, including history of current problem, affect/behavior, and physical findings, in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner.
Wear provided clinical attire for work assignments, including a hospital gown with appropriate undergarments, while on camera and/or observed live through video monitor.
Accurately and consistently complete checklists at a 95% accuracy percentage.
Follow all Georgetown University and School of Medicine policies and procedures, including confidentiality and privacy.

Work Interactions

Standardized Patients work closely with the Integrated Learning Center staff in the School of Medicine, course faculty, Event Managers during clinical skills teaching sessions, and students in the M.D. program.

Requirements and Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent
Computer proficiency
Ability to provide verbal feedback to learners using constructive feedback training
Comfort with having repeated physical examination maneuvers performed on body by learners, and sometimes clinical faculty
Willingness to be audio- and video-taped during simulations (on-campus and virtually, via Zoom), and demonstrate technical competency
Demonstrate flexibility and reliability with work scheduling and assignments
Prior experience as a standardized patient, health professional, instructor, or actor preferred

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range

The projected hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $27.00 - $33.00. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

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Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance:

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Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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