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As of Jul 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for standardized patient actor in Indiana is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.58 and $24.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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 job?

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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Infographic showing various Standardized Patient Actor job openings in Indiana as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,262 per year, or $20.3 per hour.
Mgr Patient Care Svcs (MHO)

Mgr Patient Care Svcs (MHO)

Beacon Health System

South Bend, IN • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Beacon Health System rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

532nd of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Reports to the Director, Executive Director of Patient Care Services or Vice President of Nursing. Manages staff providing patient care services and the daily operations of the department. Contributes to the development/revision of policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care. Serves as the nursing leader for designated shift of the department and acts as a liaison with other departments.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS
  • MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
  • VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
  • SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Manages the daily activities of department staff to ensure high quality, efficient patient care by:
  • Observing care delivery to ensure appropriateness of nursing care.
  • Ensuring the availability of equipment, supplies or other resources required for patient care.
  • Coordinating staff time schedules, predicting short- and long-term staffing needs and making adjustments in staffing levels. Also responsible for approval of payroll.
  • Reviewing patient medical records to ensure completeness of the record and appropriate electronic documentation.
  • Assists with service recovery, resolving customer concerns, conducting investigations and intervening when immediate attention is needed and reporting results to the appropriate person.
  • Collaborating with the Educator to assess staff educational needs, orientation, training and skill validation.
  • Acting as a clinical resource person and role model for departmental staff as needed.
  • Working with staff to develop interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

Assists with managing the overall operations of the department by:
  • Participating in interviewing and the selection of new staff.
  • Preparing and giving performance appraisals, coaching and, if necessary, disciplining staff as directed.
  • Coordinating Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance activities.
  • Providing input into the formation of capital and operating budgets; also assisting with the implementation of cost-efficient programs.
  • Conducting product analysis and pursuing cost saving initiatives.
  • Assisting with the development, implementation and evaluation of departmental goals, policies, procedures or standards of care.
  • Participating in nursing, hospital and/or community committees and activities relating to nursing practice.
  • Conducts department meetings as directed.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:
  • Completing other job-related duties and special projects as directed.

Leadership Competencies
  • Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
  • Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
  • Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
  • Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:
  • Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
  • Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
  • Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
  • Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
  • Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
  • Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
  • Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
  • Complies with established organization and department policies.
  • Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:
  • Leverage innovation everywhere.
  • Cultivate human talent.
  • Embrace performance improvement.
  • Build greatness through accountability.
  • Use information to improve and advance.
  • Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree required. Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Indiana is preferred. A minimum of three years job related experience including one year of leadership experience also required.

Knowledge & Skills
  • Requires knowledge of nursing care practices, equipment, procedures and techniques utilized within the department.
  • Requires working knowledge of department policies, procedures and practices.
  • Demonstrates solid management skills needed to provide effective direction and manage the effective utilization of resources; also requires the ability to promote teamwork.
  • Requires the interpersonal and communication skills necessary to build and maintain effective working relationships and interact in a highly effective manner with all levels of staff. Also requires the ability to disseminate information in a clear and concise manner.
  • Demonstrates excellent planning and organization skills necessary for project planning and to coordinate the activities of diverse groups of individuals.
  • Requires a strong customer service orientation.

Working Conditions
  • Works in a patient care environment requiring physical exertion, frequent changes in job demands, certain undesirable patient care activities and possible exposure to biohazards.
  • Requires schedule flexibility due to the department's 24 hours per day, 7 days per week operation.
  • At risk for occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Physical Demands
  • Requires the physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.

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