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Organization:

CELA - Staff

Job Summary:

A Standardized Patient (SP) is an individual trained to portray a patient, family member, health care team member, etc. They are employed for purposes of training and/or assessing health care professionals (for example, medical students, residents, nurses, staff) related to interviewing, physical exam, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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The Center for Experiential Learning & Assessment (CELA) at VUMC consists of three interrelated domains: human simulation using Standardized Patients, technical simulation utilizing state-of-the-art mannequins, and experiential training using human cadavers. CELA strives for growth, balance and integration into students' clinical experiences with live patients, achieving this by preserving the highest degree of realism within carefully scripted encounters, dynamic scenarios, and progressively complex anatomical lessons. . For more information, please visit https://cela.app.vumc.org/.

In your exciting SP role, you will:

Recall actions and dialogue that may have occurred during an interaction with the trainee. Provide feedback on interactions with learners.

Follow directions in achieving accurate portrayal of a patient or role.

Assistance with set-up and take-down of simulations and training exercises.

Facilitation of mobile simulations.

Record keeping and electronic filing of documents.

Operating simulation console and communication systems.

Assist with orientation, training, and mentoring new SPs.

Administrative assistance as/when needed.

Assist in maintaining a clean and professional work environment.

Work as a positive team member to complete goals.

Serve as a welcome/greeter for clients of CELA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED

• Less than 1 year of experienc

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sitting: Remaining in seated position - Occasional

Standing: Remaining on one's feet without moving. - Occasional

Walking: Moving about on foot. - Occasional

Lifting under 35 lbs: Raising and lowering objects under 35 lbs from one level to another - Occasional

Lifting over 35 lbs: Raising and lowering objects from one level to another, includes upward pulling

over 35 lbs, with help of coworkers or assistive device - Not Applicable

Carrying over 35 lbs:

Transporting an object holding in hands, arms or shoulders, with help of coworkers or assistive device. - Not Applicable

Carrying under 35 lbs: Transporting an object holding in hands,

arms or shoulders, with help of coworkers or assistive device. - Occasional

Push/Pull: Exerting force to move objects away from or toward. - Occasional

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or maneuvering self, patient and equipment simultaneously while working in large and small spaces - Not Applicable

Bending/Stooping: Trunk bending downward and forward by bending spine at waist requiring full use of lower extremities and back muscles - Occasional

Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. - Not Applicable

Climbing: Ascending or descending stairs/ramps using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. - Not Applicable

Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees. - Not Applicable Crouching/Squatting: Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.

Reaching above shoulders: Extending arms in any direction above shoulders. – Occasional

Reaching below shoulders: Extending arms in any direction below shoulders. - Occasional

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hand or hands. - Occasional Fingering:

Picking, pinching, gripping, working primarily with fingers requiring fine manipulation. - Not Applicable

Auditory: Perceiving the variances of sounds, tones and pitches and able to focus on single source of auditory information - Not Applicable

Communication: Expressing or exchanging written/verbal/electronic information. - Continuous Vision: Clarity of near vision at 20 inches or less and far vision at 20 feet or more with depth perception, peripheral vision, color vision. - Occasional

Smell: Ability to detect and identify odors. - Not Applicable

Feeling: Ability to perceive size, shape, temperature, texture by touch with fingertips. – Not Applicable

Taste: Ability to detect quality, texture, consistency and taste of prepared foods/quality control. - Not Applicable

Noise: May include exposure to occupational noise levels which equal or exceed an 8-hr time-weighted average of 85 decibels, requiring enrollment in VUMC's Hearing Conservation

Program which includes training, use of hearing protection, and periodic audiometry. - Frequent Chemicals and Gasses: Medications, cleaning chemicals, oxygen, other medical gases used in work area. - Not Applicable

Radiation: May be exposed to occupational radiation, requiring enrollment in VUMC's Radiation Safety Program which includes training, use of personal protective equipment with lead shielding, and personal dose monitoring. - Not Applicable

Pathogens: Risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contagious illnesses. - Not

Applicable

Climate: Ability to withstand exposure to atmospheric extremes including heat, cold, humidity, and barometric pressure changes. -Not Applicable

Vibration: Subject to oscillating movement. - Not Applicable

Bimanual Dexterity: Requiring the use of both hands. – Not Applicable

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to the parameters of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential reasonable accommodations with us.

Our professional administrative functions include critical supporting roles in information technology and informatics, finance, administration, legal and community affairs, human resources, communications and marketing, development, facilities, and many more.

At our growing health system, we support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

Core Accountabilities:

• Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. * Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. * Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

Less than 1 year

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled