Job detail
Patient Actor- Simulation Center
Mountain Area Health Education Center - MAHEC
PART_TIME
Posted 4/27/2026
Location
Champaign, Illinois
Salary
$19 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The patient actor will accurately recreate patient histories, physical findings, and emotional responses to assist healthcare learners in practicing medical skills. They are responsible for providing constructive feedback and maintaining character consistency during simulated encounters.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess excellent communication and memory skills. The ability to improvise and adapt to dynamic environments is essential for this role.
high schoolCommunicationAdaptabilityEmpathyProfessionalismInterpersonal skillsCritical thinkingConflict resolutionActive listeningTime managementAnalytical thinkingMemorizationWindows proficiencyFeedback deliveryRole portrayal
Benefits
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program