"Standardized Patient Program Coordinator, LMU-DCOM"

Standardized Participant Program Coordinator, LMU-DCOM Oran

Company: Lincoln Memorial University

Job Location: Harrogate, 37752

Category: Health and Medical Services

Type: Full-Time

Department: CIPE

Position Category: Staff Full Time

Job Description

The Standardized Patient (SP) Program Coordinator for Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (LMU-DCOM) in Orange Park, Florida, manages all aspects of the Standardized Patient Program within the Center for Interprofessional Education and Simulation (CIPES). This role is crucial for supporting clinical examinations across various health professions programs. The coordinator is responsible for recruiting, training, and scheduling standardized patients to facilitate the effective and accurate assessment of students clinical skills. This position requires close collaboration with SP Coordinator counterparts at the Knoxville and Harrogate campuses to ensure program consistency and excellence.

Required Qualifications

Associates degree or equivalent experience in education, health profession or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in education, health profession or related field

Campus: Orange Park Florida

Posting Number: S04728P

Job Open Date: 09/03/2025

Job Close Date: 12/03/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Job Duties

• Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Recruit, interview, and identify new SPs based on program needs.
  • Schedule and oversee SPs for all training sessions and clinical encounters, including virtual sessions
  • Evaluate SP performance and provide feedback to drive improvements.
  • Manage and approve electronic timesheet submissions for SP work ensuring hours comply with the maximum weekly limit.
  • Communicate regularly with SPs via email, detailing activity expectations, and providing a weekly preview of upcoming events and needs.
  • Program Administration & Management
  • Promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University and foster positive working relationships with all faculty, staff, students, and the community.
  • Stay current with the latest SP education, training, and best practices.
  • Participate in university committees and complete necessary reports for institutional and program accreditation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Clinical Exam Center (CEC) Operations
  • Coordinate with LMU housekeeping to ensure CEC rooms are clean, organized, and properly set up for encounters daily and ensure all necessary supplies are in place.
  • Assist with ordering CEC supplies in collaboration with your supervisor.
  • Documentation & Policy
  • Work with Course Directors to verify case documentation and training availability.
  • Review and edit the SP Handbook annually, submitting changes for approval.