Staff Laboratory Assistant II - Standardized Patient (Part-time, hourly) - 20 positions to be f

Staff Laboratory Assistant II - Standardized Patient (Part-time, hourly) - 20 positions to be filled

Part‑time, hourly; non‑benefits eligible; 19 or fewer hours per week.

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent with at least three years of work experience. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Acts out the part of a patient in specific and defined clinical encounters in order to help the SHSU College of Osteopathic Medicine medical students practice data gathering, communication, and clinical examination skills.

Responsible for memorizing scripts detailing specific emotions, behaviors, and disease signs/symptoms for presentation during simulated learning situations. Presents case information in a standardized manner, as elicited by students during simulated interactive patient history and/or medical examinations. Portrays a role consistently and accurately as trained by the Standardized Patient (SP) Coordinator, Clinical Skills Director and clinical skills staff while remaining in character when responding to student questions.

Works in a professional manner when interacting with students, faculty, fellow SP’s and staff. Receives ongoing feedback in order to modify performance behaviors accordingly. Memorizes scripts accurately and in a timely manner. Scripts will be provided to the SP’s in advance of the training session, most often via email. Responsible for memorizing the script before reporting to that specific lab’s training session.

Receives physical and verbal examinations by osteopathic medical students. Gives honest written and/or verbal feedback to students as needed for an event. Monitors other SP’s for quality assurance and communicates with the SP Coordinator about portrayal inconsistencies. Demonstrates flexibility and reliability with scheduling and assignments. Maintains confidentiality of information related to cases, student behaviors, and feedback evaluations. Receives training to accurately and consistently portray physical findings and deliver specific information for given scenarios.

Will be used periodically in lectures for demonstrations and in lab sessions as the students learn how to do a physical and osteopathic structural exam. Plays a vital role in helping develop the students’ patient‑centered and clinical skills. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Must be familiar with common laboratory equipment and instruction and research curriculum. Must be able to follow oral and written instruction and work a modified schedule to accommodate classes and special projects. May require frequent contact with students, staff, and researchers. Expected to arrive on time to scheduled time for cases and/or assessments. May work as an SP for a test pilot project.

An interest in training physicians of the future. Willing to provide feedback to students that are learning history and physical exam skills. Participate in live in‑person encounters with students. Attend Zoom trainings. Understand encounters will be videotaped for medical student education purposes only. SPs are required to be reliable, flexible, follow direction(s) and recall information. Additionally, must maintain confidentiality of cases and student information.

Opportunities to participate in shorter, non‑scripted simulation and ultrasound sessions.

Although Sam Houston State University main‑campus is located in Huntsville, TX, this position is located at: 925 City Central Ave, Conroe, TX 77304

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug‑Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security‑sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.