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Patient Instructor II Pd
Job Number: 2024-47162
Category: Academic
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Rotation
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Certified Patient Instruct. - W410534
Job Type: Perdiem
Union Code: Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional
Num. Openings: 50
Post Date: Sept. 24, 2025

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

 

Under the general direction of the Academic Director and Trainer, of the Standardized Patient Program will teach and evaluate medical students, residents and graduate nurses.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Simulate one or more medical problems.
  • Act as a patient for medical interviews or physical examinations.
  • Complete checklists on- examiner's history taking and physical diagnosis skills.
  • Provide corrective feedback to medical students and residents on their medical interviewing skills and physical examination techniques.
  • Demonstrate Standardized Patient skills at workshops for faculty.
  • Travel to various medical schools and residency programs to demonstrate, teach and evaluate their students and staff.
  • Assist in training of new Standardized Patient Instructors.
  • Standardized Patient Director evaluates job performance to maintain consistency in performance and reliability in scoring.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • To have strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate articulately with all levels of the Program.
  • Ability to commute to UMASS Medical School reliably.
  • Complete scheduled training and to acquire competency in the assigned material to the satisfaction of the Standardized Patient Coordinator.
  • Wear attire that supports active engagement in teaching and learning activities, ensuring that all individuals feel comfortable and can participate fully. 
  • To observe the criterion of confidentiality and conduct oneself in a professional manner.

Posting Disclaimer:
This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution. In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams. Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role. In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.