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Standard Patient Actor

Highland Heights, KY · On-site

Standard Patient Actor Position Type: Temporary About the Role: These actors are working primarily in our Simulation Center in the College of Health & Human Services. The actors will simulate ...

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Simulation Actor Specialist

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$16.20 - $20.24/hr

Primarily acts as a Standardized Patient Actor for scenario-based simulations. * Primary Program Lead for NPS Programs that run actor-only scenarios (Medical Assisting, Nursing Assistant, Basic ...

CNM LLP

Simulation Actor Specialist

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$16.20 - $20.24/hr

Primarily acts as a Standardized Patient Actor for scenario-based simulations. * Primary Program Lead for NPS Programs that run actor-only scenarios (Medical Assisting, Nursing Assistant, Basic ...

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How much do standardized patient actor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for standardized patient actor in the United States is $21.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a standardized patient actor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Standardized Patient Actor, you need strong memorization skills, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately and consistently portray medical scenarios, often without formal acting training. Familiarity with medical terminology, electronic evaluation systems, and sometimes basic simulation equipment is helpful. Excellent communication, reliability, and the ability to provide constructive feedback make individuals stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring realistic, standardized training experiences that help healthcare professionals build clinical and interpersonal competencies.

What does a typical shift look like for a standardized patient actor?

As a Standardized Patient Actor, a typical shift involves receiving case materials and instructions, rehearsing your assigned scenario, and then interacting with medical students or professionals in mock clinical encounters. You may be observed or recorded as you portray a patient, and often you'll provide verbal or written feedback about the healthcare provider's communication and examination skills. Shifts can range from a few hours to a full day, and usually take place in medical schools, teaching hospitals, or simulation centers. Collaboration with faculty, simulation coordinators, and other standardized patients is common to ensure consistency and accuracy in training sessions. This work environment is structured yet flexible, making it ideal for those who value variety and have strong interpersonal skills.

What is a standardized patient actor?

A Standardized Patient (SP) Actor is a trained individual who portrays patients in medical simulations to help healthcare students develop clinical and communication skills. SPs follow specific case scripts, simulate symptoms, and provide feedback to learners. They help create a realistic, controlled environment for students to practice patient interactions before working with real patients.

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Standardized Patient Actor

The University System of New Hampshire

Durham, NH • On-site

$15 - $40/hr

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Job description

Standardized Patient Actor

The Standardized Patient (SP) Actor supports health sciences student education by portraying patients, family members, or other roles in simulation-based learning activities. Working under the direction of Director of Simulation and simulation faculty and staff, the SP Actor provides consistent, realistic, and educationally aligned performances that allow learners to practice clinical, communication, and interprofessional skills in a psychologically safe environment.

Duties/Responsibilities

Standardized Patient Performance (60%)

  • Portray patients, caregivers, or other assigned roles in accordance with case scripts, learning objectives, and performance standards.
  • Deliver consistent verbal, nonverbal, emotional, and physical cues across repeated learner encounters.
  • Adapt performance in real time while maintaining case fidelity and educational intent.
  • Participate in simulation activities that may include clinical skills practice, communication scenarios, interprofessional education, and assessment exercises.

Training, Preparation, and Collaboration (25%)

  • Attend required training sessions, rehearsals, and case briefings prior to simulation activities.
  • Learn case details including patient history, affect, physical presentation, and expected learner responses.
  • Collaborate with simulation faculty and staff to clarify expectations and refine role portrayal.
  • Review and incorporate feedback to improve performance accuracy and consistency.

Feedback, Evaluation, and Professional Conduct (15%)

  • When trained, provide structured, objective feedback to learners based on defined frameworks.
  • Maintain confidentiality of learners, cases, and assessment outcomes.
  • Uphold professional standards, reliability, and respectful communication at all times.
  • Support a psychologically safe learning environment for learners and fellow SPs.
Requirements

Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated ability to memorize information, follow detailed instructions, and perform consistently.
  • Prior acting, teaching, healthcare, customer service, or training experience may substitute for formal education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to portray a wide range of emotions, behaviors, and physical presentations.
  • Capacity to accept coaching and incorporate feedback.
  • Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
  • Comfort working with diverse learners, faculty, and staff.
  • Ability to maintain role boundaries and confidentiality.
  • Basic comfort with simulation environments and audiovisual recording (training provided).

Other Requirements:

  • Ability to sit, stand, or move for extended periods during simulation activities.
  • Willingness to portray sensitive or emotionally complex scenarios (with advance notice and support).
  • Availability for variable scheduling, including occasional evenings or weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a standardized patient or standardized participant.
  • Acting, improvisation, or performance background.
  • Experience in healthcare, education, or human services.
  • Experience providing feedback or participating in educational assessment.

Compensation Pay Range: $15 - $40/hour

Location: Durham

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