Job Description
Standardized Patient (Temporary Employee Pool) Primary Purpose: The Standardized Patient (SP) is a temporary, part-time position which includes the option of evening and weekend work. Standardized Patients (SP) are trained actors who portray a patient case or scenario in preset time constraints during a clinical encounter with the Occupational Therapy (OT) student. Standardized Patients (SP) are scheduled for exam slots on a first-come, first-serve basis according to Program needs and date and times they are available to work. There is no minimum or maximum number of hours per semester, in which a Standardized Patients (SP) must and/or will be scheduled work. Standardized Patient (SP) positions are for one academic year and may be renewed annually.
Essential Functions: Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Interact with examinees.
- Observe and evaluate examinees technique and behavior.
- Provide appropriate feedback to examinees.
- Follow all written and oral directions provided by the Occupational Therapy Program.
- Organize, distribute and collect all test materials as directed by the Occupational Therapy Program.
- Maintain confidentiality, integrity of exam materials, and exam procedures.
- Maintain a professional and pleasant atmosphere to create an environment for optimal test performance for all examinees.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff.
Minimum Qualifications: - High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Prior work experience.
- Standardized Patients (SP) must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Preferred Qualifications: - Provide excellent, professional customer service and possess strong people skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing and follow written instructions.
- Work in a team atmosphere with frequent interruptions.
- Work effectively with a diverse population.
- Uphold the confidentiality and integrity of all exams.
- Comfortable with dealing with difficult situations.
- Ability to be reliable, on time and dependable.
- Intermediate computer skills.
- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Lifting of materials (25lbs or less). Bending, stretching, reaching required. Sitting for long periods of time.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work is primarily performed in a classroom or individual exam room setting. Work is performed during standard business hours as well as evenings and Saturdays, according to exam schedules for the semester.
Hiring Range: $25.00 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidates qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement: All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
To apply, visit University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.
Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency
jeid-72c93f0b58abf54e83cb24b718a59ad4
About University of the Pacific
University of the Pacific is a mission-driven organization, focused on creating the next generation of leaders in a wide array of disciplines through student-centered teaching and research that blends learning in classrooms, laboratories and studios with real-world experiences partnering with organizations across northern California. No matter the job, every employee at Pacific is part of contributing to the mission of California’s first university, which ranks in the Top 20 in the West and Top 100 in the U.S.
Connections working at University of the Pacific
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Weekend work, Saturday, Afternoon shift,