Job Title:

Standardized Patient•

Independent Contractor Location:

Southern California University of Health Sciences Department:

Interprofessional Education Program Contact:

Karina Madrigal, Dean of Interprofessional Education Important Employment Note:

This assignment is part of an independent contractor position. It does not constitute an offer of full-time employment and does not include eligibility for employee benefits or unemployment compensation. Engagements are scheduled on an as-needed basis, with no guarantee of future assignments. Individuals engaged in this role will be treated as independent contractors for tax purposes and must submit a completed Form W-9. Compensation will be reported via Form 1099-NEC in accordance with IRS regulations. Southern California University of Health Sciences has a fun, challenging, diverse independent contractor role as a Standardized Patient (SP). The successful candidate will possess reliability, punctuality, flexibility, work well with others, and follow instructions effectively. The Standardized Patient (SP) provides SCU students with simulated practice experience through scripted patient encounters. SPs are trained to provide lists of symptoms and to mimic aches and pains for the student intern to assess, diagnose, and determine a course of treatment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:

  High school graduate, or equivalent

• Prior Experience:

  Previous standardized patient or acting experience preferred
• Punctuality
• Able to hear, read, and follow instructions
• Good command of written and verbal English language skills
• Flexible enough to accommodate changes during events
• Able to stand for long periods of time; able to bend, reach and twist easily
• Ability to memorize case history or other character specifics for events
• Maintain confidentiality with all student information and case materials
• Willingness to allow examination of extremities, head, chest, abdomen, and back

Other Essential Skills:

• Listen and follow instructions provided by lead faculty or event coordinator
• Be professional at all times and cooperate with faculty, staff members, and students
• Ability to think quickly and perform appropriately at events