Standardized Patient Coordinator

Monday - Friday 8am-4pm
*May vary depending on departmental needs

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A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

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University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

This work unit of the Office of Medical Education administers simulated clinical learning experiences and assessments to students within the School of Medicine and to any other UNG school or department seeking opportunities for learners to develop, apply, and test their skills through practical application. We utilize various technology driven simulators, standardized patients, and human patient simulation to assess and teach the necessary clinical skills to upcoming medical doctors. The Clinical Skills and Patient Simulation Center ( CSPSC) also provides services to the UNC Health Care System, other health affairs professional schools, and regional health education entities.
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.
OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine. We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding. Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.
Patient Care: We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.
Research: We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.

The position provides support through the recruitment and scheduling of Standardized Patients (SPs) for all events that take place in or are organized through the Center, namely clinical skills assessments across UNG, including but not limited to learners in the Schools of Medicine (including PA Program and other Allied Health Sciences), Dentistry, Pharmacy, Public Health, Social Work, and resident physicians in the healthcare system, and some research projects relating to medical education administration.

Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

The job requires strong management abilities in two areas: people skills (to interview, hire, assign, and manage the standardized patients, and to assist with training as needed) and organizational/logistical skills (to manage a highly complex schedule of training and testing). It is essential for candidates to have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Programs. The ability to work collaboratively and within a closely integrated team is essential.

Department prefers candidates with management experience and/or experience working in medical education. Prefer candidates with basic understanding of medical terminology and clinical experience. Basic understanding of research techniques and principles preferred. Prefer candidates who have demonstrated the ability to effectively manage several projects, are detail oriented, possess strong organizational skills, and have previous experience working with diverse populations.

Not Applicable.

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.