Standardized Patient, NP Program | Up to 24 hr/wk [Salt Lake City] Intermittent

Job Type: Part time

Job Number: JR-024673

Location: Salt Lake City,
UT

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you’re committed to working hard
to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to
higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse
workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received
praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping
students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into
account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience
and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual
to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of
each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade: Services 209 Pay Range: $27.59 – $40.04

Job
Description

Pay Rate

$35/hour

Anticipated Schedule

Student assignment openings for
sign-up shall be posted two to three months in advance. Work up to 24 hours per week, based on student practicum scheduling needs. Days may
include Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, typically in a 4-hour block (minimum) between 8am to 4pm local time.

Job
Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a supporting field from an accredited
  institution
• Distance education participation history as a student or teacher desired

Experience

• Option 1: Two (2) years of experience as a certified teacher
• Option 2: Two (2) years of experience as a registered
  nurse
• Option 3: Relevant/comparable combination of experience

Background

• Option 1: Conduct virtual
  presentations
• Option 2: Perform in the fine arts/acting
• Option 3: Serve in an educational setting

Job
Summary

The Standardized Patient is a professional contributor to the simulation experiences of WGU nurse practitioner students
with educational experience as a Registered Nurse or Certified Teacher. This role is responsible for playing the part of the patient during
the Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) for nurse practitioner students. During each OSCE the standardized patient plays the
role of a fictional patient using a scripted case, is responsible for being prepared to play the specific role for each OSCE and is
responsible for creating a backup recording of each completed OSCE. Responsible for helping students troubleshoot common technological
issues during OSCEs and is punctual for student OSCE experiences. This role is responsible for cultivating a robust community of practice
around innovative and effective simulation experiences.

Primary
Responsibilities

• Responsible for playing the role of the patient during the Objective Structured Clinical Examinations
  (OSCEs) for nurse practitioner students.
• During each OSCE the standardized patient plays the role of a fictional patient using a
  scripted case, including chief complaint, past medical history, physical examination findings, and appropriate responses during the
  simulated case.
• Responsible for being prepared to play the specific role for each OSCE using the scripted case.
• Responsible for creating a backup recording of each completed OSCE.
• Responsible for helping students troubleshoot common
  technological issues during OSCEs.
• Remains punctual for student OSCE experiences.
• Acts as a steward for carrying out WGU’s
  mission and strategic vision by demonstrating effective and consistent commitment to learner-centered, competency-based educational support.
• Fosters student learning through innovative, effective learning practices.
• Responds with urgency to meet student needs and
  communicates professionally and respectfully with students and all other members of the WGU community.
• Responds promptly to student
  and faculty communication.
• Uses technology-based OSCE recording and communication platforms to aid students in the development and
  demonstration of competencies.
• Participates in all required training activities.
• Consistently exhibits WGU Leadership
  Principles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent
  time management skills.
• Ability to accurately and consistently perform specific OSCE scenarios including demonstrating symptoms,
  problems, and or behaviors associated with the OSCE scripts.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students acting as providers
  and WGU faculty.
• Ability to remain in character when dealing with students playing the role of a healthcare provider.
• Ability to keep all OSCE case information confidential.
• Ability to be discrete in answering student questions in order to
  not give away additional case information. (Don’t lead the student)
• Ability to manage time in order to prevent OSCEs from running
  over the assigned time per case.
• Must demonstrate technological competency: OSCE recording and communication platforms.
• Extraordinary customer service orientation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present
  information clearly, concisely, and accurately; friendly, persuasive speaking and writing style.
• Well organized – conscientious and
  detail oriented.
• Strong understanding, acceptance, adherence, and promotion of the tenets of competency-based education in the WGU
  model.

Position & Application Details

Part-Time Intermittent Positions (classified as intermittent and less
than 30 standard weekly hours): This is a part-time, intermittent position (classified to work less than 30 SWH) that may be eligible for
mental healthcare; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; and prorated paid holidays and accrued sick time.

How to Apply: If
interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in
Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and
requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or
accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.