Details

 

Open Date 11/04/2022

 

Requisition Number PRN13153N

 

Job Title Associate Instructor - Hourly

 

Working Title Simulation Clinical Nurse Actor

 

Job Grade A00

 

FLSA Code Nonexempt

 

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

 

Type Non Benefited Staff / Student

 

Temporary? No

 

Standard Hours per Week Variable

 

Full Time or Part Time? Part Time

 

Shift Day

 

Work Schedule Summary

 

Coordinated as needed, based on demand in Simulation center. There is some potential for a semi-regular work schedule weekly, based on demand.

 

Is this a work study job? No

 

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

 

Department 01647 - CON INTERMOUNTAIN HLTH SIM CTR

 

Location Campus

 

City Salt Lake City, UT

 

Type of Recruitment External Posting

 

Pay Rate Range $25/hr

 

Close Date

 

Job Summary

 

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding job? Do you have a background in healthcare (nurse, EMT , or paramedic) or experience as an actor in healthcare simulation? This is a great opportunity to experience new situations and people and expand your background.

 

As an actor in simulation, you will be asked to play a myriad of roles including medical team member, patient, family member or another designated role. You will perform medical tasks while interacting with clinical professionals (learners). During simulated human encounters you will support instruction and assessment of learners in a simulated clinical environment. After simulations you may be asked to provide feedback to the learners regarding your experience from your perspective.

 

In this role, you may participate in video productions, support voice-over for e-learning courses, photographs and other teaching material as required. You will have the opportunity to work varied hours, as needed.

 

Responsibilities

 

• Portray the role of a patient, family member, or healthcare professional in simulation scenarios.
• Memorize a case script detailing specific emotions, behaviors, and disease signs/symptoms for dramatization during simulated learning situations.
• Present case information in a standardized manner during simulated interactive patient history and/or medical examinations.
• Remain in character when responding to student questions.
• Maintain confidentiality of information related to cases, student behaviors and feedback evaluations.
• Provide educationally constructive verbal feedback within a structured format, as appropriate to the position.
• Participate in group training and/or mentorship of entry-level confederates.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

Preferences

 

• Formal training in nursing, respiratory therapy, mental health and/or other healthcare experience, or two years of medical simulation acting experience, or formal theater training
• The ability to embody the role assigned with fidelity and realism
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent memorization and concentration skills

 

Special Instructions Summary

 

Additional Information

 

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

 

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

 

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

 

To Request a Reasonable Accommodation For a Disability Or If You Or Someone You Know Has Experienced Discrimination Or Sexual Misconduct Including Sexual Harassment, You May Contact The Director/Title IX Coordinator In The Office Of Equal Opportunity And Affirmative Action

 

Director/ Title IX Coordinator

 

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)

 

135 Park Building

 

Salt Lake City, UT 84112

 

801-581-8365

 

oeo@utah.edu

 

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

 

For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

 

To inquire about this posting, email:employment@utah.edu (%20employment@utah.edu) or call 801-581-2300.

 

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

 

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

 

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