Standardized/Simulated Patient (acting roles), Per Diem, Bethlehem Campus

Standardized Patient

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Standardized Patient is an individual who may portray or simulate a patient as part of a medical case. Standardized patients may serve in a variety of capacities in order to help educate and assess learners and practitioners. Standardized Patients learn all aspects of a case portrayal including the patient's appearance, demeanor, chief complaint symptoms, past medical history, family history, and physical findings.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to simulate medical patient within designated parameters of case assignment.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Demonstrable memorization and concentration skills.
• Portray all aspects of a case as trained including history of current problem, with appropriate affect/behavior and physical findings.
• Ability to use computer to complete assessments / checklists.
• Ability to work comfortably in a healthcare environment

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Sitting for up to six hours per day, one hour at a time. Standing for up to five hours per day, one hour at a time. Walking up to three hours per day, thirty minutes at a time. Fingering and handling frequently. Twisting and turning of hands occasionally. Lifting and carrying up to ten pounds, occasionally. Occasionally stoops, bends, squats, kneels, and reaches above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to general, near and visual monotony.

Education:

High School Diploma required.

Training and Experience :

Acting training or experience useful, but not essential. Teaching or training experience useful, but not essential.

Schedule/Location:

Requires working at least five (5) sessions in three (3) months. A session typically lasts 2 hours. Simulation Center at the Bethlehem Campus (Ostrum Street)

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.