Standardized Patient Educator

Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number
S14433P

Working Title
Standardized Patient Educator

Department
AU/UGA MedPart-UG Med Ed (UME)

About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department
The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and the University of Georgia partnered to create a four-year medical school campus in Athens to help alleviate a statewide shortage of physicians that threatens the health of Georgians.

The AU/UGA Medical Partnership combines the significant instructional and research resources of UGA, the birthplace of public higher education, with the expertise from one of the country's first, and Georgia's only public medical school, the Medical College of Georgia.

In addition to increasing the number of physicians in Georgia, the partnership is expanding research collaborations between AU and UGA, creating new insights into the prevention and treatment of diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Students have the opportunity to learn in small group class sizes, while having the benefit of being part of one of the largest medical schools in the United States.

Georgia currently ranks 40th in the nation in the ratio of physicians to population. It also faces a number of health challenges, including a high infant mortality rate and high rates of obesity and heart disease. Through expanded medical education and research, the AU/UGA Medical Partnership is addressing these issues to improve the health and prosperity of our state.

College/Unit/Department website
https://medicalpartnership.usg.edu/

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan
TRS

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time
Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information
Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Flexibility may be needed at times.

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience

Posting Date
11/21/2025

Open until filled
Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date
03/01/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants
The application packet should include a cover letter detailing how the applicant's credentials and experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications for the position, a current resume, and contact information for three professional references (who will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant).

Location of Vacancy
Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information
Classification Title
Department Assistant II

FLSA
Non-Exempt

FTE
1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in healthcare education either as a standardized patient trainer/educator or patient educator.
• Professional simulation experience in an academic setting.
• Experience in education, theater/performance, or healthcare.
• Knowledge of quality assurance methods.
• Public speaking/platform skills; experience giving presentations to groups.
• Bachelor's degree
  

Position Summary
The Standardized Patient (SP) Educator facilitates the training of standardized patients used in multiple educational programs to meet educational objectives and program requirements. This position's duties include, but are not limited to training, setting up/breaking down events, reviewing and distributing case materials, and performing quality assessment of the SPs' performance. This position reports to the Standardized Patient Program Coordinator.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Ability to train SPs effectively for their roles in a variety of scheduled educational activities, following established protocols and objectives.
• Skilled in observing and assessing both learner and SP behaviors to ensure accurate performance evaluations.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Skilled in managing complex schedules and logistics.
• Strong communication skills, including clear verbal and written expression, active listening, and the ability to provide thoughtful, actionable feedback.
• Knowledge of educational technology (AV, computer, electronics, medical equipment) and software systems (SimCapture Clinical Skills Assessment/Recording System, Qualtrics, Desire2Learn, Microsoft Office).
• Knowledge of general medical terminology, history-taking, and basic physical examination.
• Strong investigative and analytical skills, with the ability to generate, review, and correct reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Service and team oriented and responsive to questions/request
  

Physical Demands
Standard office environment with majority of work at a desk/computer, significant time standing during SP events and room set-up.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No

Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?
No

Does this position require a P-Card?
No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?
No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
Yes

Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities

• Facilitates the training of all standardized patients in all aspects of case portrayal, checklist item recognition, physical exam procedures, feedback training and communication. This includes human, hybrid, virtual, and mixed modality simulation.
• Collaborates in the development, editing, and maintenance of SP cases/scenarios.
• Develops training materials and resources.
• Assists with case and script development.
  

Percentage of time
50

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinates dissemination of activity material to SPs.
• Serve as a backup Standardized Patient as needed.
• Assists Program Coordinator in selecting Standardized Patients (SP) for role portrayal.
• Prepares and updates materials for each standardized patient encounter, such as assignments, scenarios, checklist, handouts, evaluations, schedules and room assignments.
  

Percentage of time
25

Duties/Responsibilities

• Organizes rooms and sets up equipment (case props, iPads) for learner activities.
• Monitors SP comments in SimCapture for accuracy in student performance evaluations/checklists (quality assurance).
• Observes SPs performance and provides timely effective feedback to support performance goals.
• Collects and analyses data for annual SP evaluations under the guidance of program coordinator
  

Percentage of time
15

Duties/Responsibilities

• Attends and participates in appropriate organizational workshops to keep current on educational theory and practice in the use of simulation and standardized patients in medical education (example - ASPE).
• Maintains ongoing professional development of knowledge and skills by attending and participating in meetings, workshops, seminars, reviewing published literature and initiating independent study projects.
• Develop and perform continuous quality improvement activities for the Standardized Patient Program including video review, checklist review and providing feedback to SPs.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned by the Standardized Patient (SP) Program Coordinator.
• Additional responsibilities that are reasonably related to the position may be assigned.
  

Percentage of time
10

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