Actor-Simulated Patient

Harford Community College

United States, Maryland, Bel Air

401 Thomas Run Road (Show on map)

Jun 11, 2025

Position Information

Position Title	Actor-Simulated Patient
Posting Category	Part-Time Staff
Starting Hourly Rate Range	$25.00
Faculty Position (if applicable)
About Harford Community College	Harford Community College ( HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.
Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement	Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ ADAA employer.
Benefits
Job Description	The purpose of a simulated patient is to portray a patient for instruction, practice, and evaluation of nursing skills, allowing students to engage in their training in a realistic and immersive, yet risk-free environment. Simulated patients simulate individuals in various medical, behavioral, and emotional scenarios. Each scenario or patient case is designed to meet the needs of the curriculum and associated learning objectives. Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement. Must be available to attend mandatory training on Monday, August 18th, from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM.
Required Education	High school diploma/ GED
Required Experience	No formal training is required
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities	Sit or lie down for up to 30 minutes at a time Able to realistically portray a simulated scenario Strong communication and interpersonal skills Reliability and flexibility in scheduling Ability to memorize scripted information Comfortable with technology and simulation equipment Must be able to realistically portray the emotional and physical aspects of a patient or family member Ability to provide constructive feedback to learners if requested Maintain confidentiality of all case materials, scenarios, and learner performance Adhere to schedule commitments and arrive punctually for all assigned sessions
Preferred Qualifications	Prior acting experience Experience in healthcare Experience in education
Hours per Week	20
General Weekly Work Schedule	up to 20hrs/week, schedule TBD during the time frame of 9/15 to 11/14 for Fall 2025 and mid-February to end of April in Spring 2026.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	2025-028PTS
Number of Vacancies	2
Open Date
Close Date	06/17/2025
Open Until Filled	No