Simulation Actor (1099 Contractor)

About OCOM:

Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM) is committed to providing its students with a comprehensive and realistic medical education. Simulation actors play a vital role in creating immersive learning experiences that enhance students' clinical and communication skills.

Job Summary:

OCOM seeks dynamic and versatile individuals to join our team as Simulation Actors. In this role, you will portray a wide range of patient scenarios, including complex emotional and interpersonal interactions, to provide medical students with valuable hands-on training. You will work closely with faculty and staff to deliver consistent and realistic performances that challenge and educate future osteopathic physicians.

Responsibilities:

• Realistic Portrayal: Accurately and convincingly portray diverse patient personalities, medical histories, and emotional states.
• Improvisation and Adaptability: Improvise and adapt your performance based on student interactions and scenario developments.
• Emotional Range: Demonstrate a wide range of emotions and reactions to simulate real-life patient encounters.
• Scenario Fidelity: Maintain consistency and fidelity to the assigned scenario, including medical details and character background.
• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with faculty and staff to ensure accurate and effective scenario execution.
• Training Participation: Attend training sessions to learn case details, performance expectations, and feedback techniques.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional demeanor, adhere to confidentiality guidelines, and arrive punctually for scheduled sessions.
• Scenario Participation: Participate in simulated medical interviews, physical examinations, and other clinical scenarios.
• Follow Instructions: Follow written and verbal instructions regarding case details and performance expectations.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Proven acting or performance experience, preferably in simulation or educational settings.
• Excellent improvisational and communication skills.
• Ability to portray a wide range of emotions and character types.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Comfort interacting with medical students and faculty.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Previous experience as a Simulation Actor is a plus, but not required.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Position Details:

• This is a 1099 independent contractor position.
• Work is on an as-needed basis, with varying hours depending on student schedules and simulation needs.
• Compensation is on an hourly basis
• Training will be provided.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $20.00 / per hour