University of Utah
Job Summary
Are you looking for a part‑time side job? Are you looking to shape the health care workers of the future? Are you an actor or do you want to be an actor?
Simulated Participants (SPs) perform the role of the “patient” during health care simulations or clinical skills trainings for learners in the Simulation Centers located on the Health Sciences campus or via Zoom, as determined by the SP Manager(s). SPs portray specific emotions, behaviors and disease symptoms while interacting with learners. They aid in establishing and maintaining fidelity and realism to each simulation, consistently simulating all aspects of the scenario including history, affect/behavior, physical findings and recall actions and dialogue for completion of evaluations and/or questionnaires for scoring.
Roles and shifts will be assigned by the Program Manager.
Responsibilities
Memorize a case script detailing specific emotions, behaviors, and disease signs/symptoms for presentation during simulated learning situations.
Present case information in a standardized manner, as elicited by students during simulated interactive patient history and/or medical examinations.
Remain in a specific patient character.
Embody roles with fidelity and realism.
Participate in group training of entry‑level standardized patients.
Maintain confidentiality of information related to cases, student behaviors and feedback evaluations.
Provide educationally constructive verbal feedback from the patient standpoint when prompted by the facilitator.
Perform additional job‑related duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to be flexible in different medical and educational settings.
Formal training and/or certification with experience in areas such as theatre, dramatic script, acting for film/TV, and vocal performance is preferred but not required.
Experience working in a variety of theatrical and multimedia settings.
Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement. Please contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post‑retirement rules and restrictions.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD‑2214) – Veteran Only
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
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Simulated Participants (SPs) perform the role of the “patient” during health care simulations or clinical skills trainings for learners in the Simulation Centers located on the Health Sciences campus or via Zoom, as determined by the SP Manager(s). SPs portray specific emotions, behaviors and disease symptoms while interacting with learners. They aid in establishing and maintaining fidelity and realism to each simulation, consistently simulating all aspects of the scenario including history, affect/behavior, physical findings and recall actions and dialogue for completion of evaluations and/or questionnaires for scoring.
Roles and shifts will be assigned by the Program Manager.
Responsibilities
Memorize a case script detailing specific emotions, behaviors, and disease signs/symptoms for presentation during simulated learning situations.
Present case information in a standardized manner, as elicited by students during simulated interactive patient history and/or medical examinations.
Remain in a specific patient character.
Embody roles with fidelity and realism.
Participate in group training of entry‑level standardized patients.
Maintain confidentiality of information related to cases, student behaviors and feedback evaluations.
Provide educationally constructive verbal feedback from the patient standpoint when prompted by the facilitator.
Perform additional job‑related duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to be flexible in different medical and educational settings.
Formal training and/or certification with experience in areas such as theatre, dramatic script, acting for film/TV, and vocal performance is preferred but not required.
Experience working in a variety of theatrical and multimedia settings.
Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement. Please contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post‑retirement rules and restrictions.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and affirmative action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/. Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
Required Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD‑2214) – Veteran Only
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
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