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Touro University

Standardized Patient

Manhattan, NY

$22.40 - $28/hr

Acting credentials preferred especially as a standardized patient with medical, pharmacy, or other health programs * Ability to read and memorize a script. * Must possess strong communication skills ...

Touro University Nevada

Standardized Patient

Henderson, NV · On-site

$14.75 - $20/hr

Standardized Patient Standardized Patients report directly to the Director of Clinical Simulation ... or acting as proctors. Located in Henderson, Nevada, approximately twenty-five minutes from the ...

University of Tampa

Part-time Seasonal Patient Actor

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.25 - $21/hr

... standardized patient. 4. Previous acting experience preferred. 5. Must maintain anonymity with students on and off campus. 6. Knowledge of or the ability to learn quickly The University of Tampa ...

University of Tampa

Part-time Seasonal Patient Actor

Tampa, FL · On-site

$15.25 - $21/hr

... standardized patient. 4. Previous acting experience preferred. 5. Must maintain anonymity with students on and off campus. 6. Knowledge of or the ability to learn quickly The University of Tampa ...

Touro University Nevada

Standardized Patient

Henderson, NV · On-site

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

... a real patient, simulating the signs and symptoms. Standardized patients will be physically ... or acting as proctors. Located in Henderson, Nevada, approximately twenty-five minutes from the ...

Touro University

Standardized Patient

Henderson, NV

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

... a real patient, simulating the signs and symptoms. Standardized patients will be physically ... or acting as proctors. Located in Henderson, Nevada, approximately twenty-five minutes from the ...

Touro University Nevada

Standardized Patient

Henderson, NV

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

... a real patient, simulating the signs and symptoms. Standardized patients will be physically ... or acting as proctors. Located in Henderson, Nevada, approximately twenty-five minutes from the ...

University of Tampa

Part-time Seasonal Patient Actor

Tampa, FL · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

... standardized patient. 4. Previous acting experience preferred. 5. Must maintain anonymity with students on and off campus. 6. Knowledge of or the ability to learn quickly The University of Tampa ...

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How much do standardized patient actor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 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 the 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 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 the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 36% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 54% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,413 per year, or $21.4 per hour.
Standardized Patient - Medical Actor

Standardized Patient - Medical Actor

Grand Canyon University

Miramar, FL

$27/hr

Part-time

Posted 4 hours ago

Grand Canyon University rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

204th of 560 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona's leading institutions of higher learning. GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.Join us at our new ABSN program in Miramar!

Have you always wanted to give back to the Medical Community but did not know how? We may have the opportunity for you!

TheCollege of Nursing and Health Care Professionsat Grand Canyon University is currently seeking a part time Standardized Patient.A Standardized Patient is a trained individual who can accurately and consistently portray the history, personality, physical findings, emotional structure and response pattern of an actual patient, family member, health care provider, or needed role at a particular point in time. A Standardized Patient must be able to provide individualized feedback on interpersonal and clinical skills to nursing students and GCU Faculty.

Standardized patients must pass the required patient competencies before being deployed as a standardized patient.Training will be provided. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of our academic community.

Location: 2901 SW 149th Ave Miramar FL

Schedule: 5-15 hours per week scheduled Monday thru Friday during the hours of 7:30am to 4:30pm

What we are offering:

  • The opportunity to contribute to the development of the next generation of Nursing professionals
  • Part-time work
  • $27/hr
  • The opportunity to work at a thriving diverse campus.

What you will do:

  • Portray all aspects of the patient scenario, including history of current problem, affect/behavior, and physical findings in a standardized, accurate, and reliable manner
  • Provide written and face-to-face verbal feedback to the student and supervising faculty member
  • Accept ongoing feedback and incorporate that feedback into case simulation
  • Respond to e-mails in a timely fashion
  • Be on time and keep scheduled appointments
  • Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

What you need:

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule of appointments - schedule will be provided in advance
  • Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to scheduled facility
  • High School Diploma

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