Job Description: Kansas Health Science University is seeking individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds to serve as Simulated Patients (SPs) for our osteopathic medical students. Simulated Patients portray patients or individuals in various medical, behavioral, and emotional realistic healthcare scenarios, supporting future physicians to develop their clinical skills, communication techniques, professionalism, and cultural competence in a safe learning environment. We are intentionally building a diverse pool of simulated patients that reflect the communities our graduates will serve. We strongly encourage individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, cultures, body types, gender identities, languages, abilities, and life experiences to apply. Authentic representation is an important part of medical education and helps prepare students to provide compassionate, culturally responsive care to every patient. No acting experience is required. We provide all the necessary training. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Simulate individuals in both clinical and non-clinical scenarios for teaching and/or assessment activities Simulate all aspects of a scripted scenario in a standardized, accurate, realistic manner, maintaining the specified character, medical history, personality, and emotional structure. Be willing to be comfortable in simulated clinical environments, which includes wearing a hospital gown, being audio/videotaped, and undergoing repeated physical examination maneuvers by learners. Adapt to quick changes and work in a dynamic environment Recall learner’s actions during encounters accurately and complete computerized checklist/assessment tools consistently and as trained by Simulated Patient Educator. Communicate with students in a straightforward and positive way Actively participate in all assigned case and compliance trainings and implement ongoing coaching from the Standardized Patient Educator and/or Simulation Center Director, Faculty. Maintain confidentiality with all student identities, case materials, training documents, and assessment data Maintain daily access to email and utilize communication platforms for scheduling, scoring, training (Zoom) and administrative updates. Demonstrate a strong commitment to healthcare education through exceptional punctuality and professional collaboration with students, faculty, and staff. Accept on-going constructive feedback regarding performance from the Simulated Patient Educator and Simulation Center Director and incorporating changes as needed Execute other reasonably related duties as assigned by the KHSU Simulation Team. Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma Experience: Acting experience is a plus but not required. Prior experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or Educational Management Systems is preferred but not required. Core Competencies: Strong reading comprehension and ability to memorize and recollect script. Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency with basic technology, including email, online training platform (Zoom), and computerized surveys. Preferred Qualifications: Possible acting experience, but not required Previous experience as a simulated patient preferred, but not required Bilingual is a plus Physical & Cognitive Demands: Able to use a computer for email, communication, and scheduling Able to complete a computerized survey to score student behavior Ability to read and memorize lines The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. It is the policy of Kansas Health Science University (KHSU)-Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM) not to discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth and any medical condition related to pregnancy or childbirth or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. KHSU-KansasCOM is committed to complying with all applicable laws regarding equal employment opportunities. KHSU-KansasCOM strives to create and maintain a work environment in which people are treated with dignity, decency, and respect. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Kansas Health Science University offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional development, and regular employee appreciation events. Kansas Health Science University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kansas Health Science University (KHSU) is a private, nonprofit institution based in Wichita, Kansas, whose goal is to increase access to medical education opportunities and to address the growing need for physicians in the community. KHSU is a partner institution of The Community Solution, a nonprofit system of colleges advancing student success and community impact. Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM) has been granted pre-accreditation status from the American Osteopathic Association’s Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA). COCA is the accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) for predoctoral education of osteopathic physicians in the United States. Pre-accreditation, as distinct from full accreditation, permits the KansasCOM to solicit applications and admit students, offer medical instruction within the approved osteopathic medical curriculum, and announce its Pre-Accreditation Status. KansasCOM can be considered for full accreditation status following the graduation of its first class, which it anticipates will occur in May 2026. The attainment of full accreditation status is subject to review and approval by COCA. For more information, visit https://www.kansashsu.org/

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