Posting Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202300233STitle Standardized Patient Coordinator (Conroe, TX) FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary
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Occupational Category Professional Department Dept of Clinical Skills Division Division of Academic Affairs Open Date 06/22/2023 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement
Bachelor's degree in a related field. Four years experience working in a health care setting or experience in a related field. One year experience working in a Standardized Patient program preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature & Purpose of Position
Provides day-to-day oversight of the Standardized Patient (SP) program within the Clinical Skills department of the College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the leadership and oversight of the Standardized Patient (SP) program. Oversees marketing, recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluating Standardized Patients. Establishes and revises operating procedures to meet program goals. Operates, troubleshoots, and maintains web-based audio visual (AV) recording technology. Coordinates implementation of standardized patient encounters, digital audio/video recordings, student debriefings, evaluation of standardized patients, performances, and checklists. Coordinates training classes, workshops, presentations, and quality assurance activities. Provides direct customer support as appropriate. Participates in IPE events. Designs and implements SP training protocols and cases/scenarios. Collaborates with faculty on the development/refinement of content and objectives for new and existing SP cases, materials, and assessment tools. Designs and administers SP training sessions based on current training methodology to ensure SPs are trained in all aspects of case portrayal, accurate evaluation of medical students communication and clinical skills utilizing electronic technology, delivery of instructional verbal feedback to students, and documentation of procedures related to student performance. Assesses and supervises the performance of SPs to assure quality and adherence to program regulations and case standards regarding role portrayal, student assessment, and appropriateness of verbal feedback to students. Oversees program logistics including but not limited to coordination and supervision of daily Standardized Patient operations, events and activities. Manages marketing efforts for the program, website, media screen content, program newsletter, commercials, videos, events, brochures, flyers, etc. Identifies and trouble- shoots technical difficulties with simulation equipment. Implements and participates in and contributes to a safe learning environment. Keeps current with safety regulations, provides training and enforcement of safety regulations, policies and procedures; inspects and maintains safety equipment; ensures safe storage, collection, and safe disposal of hazardous waste/ materials, including medications. Manages and maintains SP Schedules. Responsible for SP Timesheet approvals. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
The standardized patient program is used in the teaching and assessment of students' clinical skills. Requires strong organizational skills, the ability to set priorities and manage several projects at once, strong communication skills and the ability to work with many faculty, students and standardized patients. Requires understanding and use of data and analysis in the assessment of learners and in program evaluation to make improvements, and collaboration with experts in these areas. Requires sound judgement in handling sensitive and confidential situations with tact and courtesy. Direct customer service experience. Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams. Knowledge of/experience with audio/visual software, including SimCapture.
This position is located in Conroe, TX.
Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https: // shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/35407
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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